Family Solicitor
CV-LibraryLewishampermanentPosted: 11 May 2026
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Role: Family Solicitor
Location: Lewisham
Salary: £35,000 – £55,000 per annum DOE
Please note this role can be hybrid working (3 or 4 days in office per week)
Key Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of family and Court of Protection matters (legal aid and private).
Supervise and mentor trainees and paralegals, ensuring compliance with LAA requirements.
Represent clients in court, liaising with counsel and external professionals.
Deliver excellent client care, keeping clients updated on progress and costs.
Monitor billing (target 3.5) and maintain accurate time recording.
Keep up to date with legal developments and contribute to business development.
What We’re Looking For
Qualified Solicitor with proven experience in Family Law (Court of Protection experience desirable).
Strong advocacy, negotiation, and client-care skills.
Ability to manage and prioritise a busy caseload.
Experience supervising junior colleagues.
Knowledge of LAA funding and compliance.
If this Family Solicitor role sounds like an opportunity of interest, please feel free to reach out to Lloyd Stanley on (phone number removed), or email (url removed). We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250
Role: Family Solicitor
Location: Lewisham
Salary: £35,000 – £55,000 per annum DOE
Please note this role can be hybrid working (3 or 4 days in office per week)
Key Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of family and Court of Protection matters (legal aid and private).
Supervise and mentor trainees and paralegals, ensuring compliance with LAA requirements.
Represent clients in court, liaising with counsel and external professionals.
Deliver excellent client care, keeping clients updated on progress and costs.
Monitor billing (target 3.5) and maintain accurate time recording.
Keep up to date with legal developments and contribute to business development.
What We’re Looking For
Qualified Solicitor with proven experience in Family Law (Court of Protection experience desirable).
Strong advocacy, negotiation, and client-care skills.
Ability to manage and prioritise a busy caseload.
Experience supervising junior colleagues.
Knowledge of LAA funding and compliance.
If this Family Solicitor role sounds like an opportunity of interest, please feel free to reach out to Lloyd Stanley on (phone number removed), or email (url removed). We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250