Public Law Care Solicitor

Public Law Care Solicitor – Launch Your Family Law Career with Leading Experts
 
Flexible Working | Competitive Salary | Professional Development

Are you a passionate and driven 0-3 PQE Solicitor ready to build a meaningful and high-profile career in Family Law?

Join our clients dynamic, friendly, and forward-thinking firm, where you’ll work alongside Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners recognised solicitors – including three recommended Family Law experts – on complex, life-changing cases in public children law.

We’re looking for a Solicitor (0–3 years PQE) with a strong interest in public law care proceedings, and a commitment to advocacy, legal aid, and making a difference.

🚀 What Makes This Role Stand Out:

• Mentorship from Top-Ranked Lawyers
  You’ll be working shoulder-to-shoulder with renowned family law specialists – with support to become Law Society Panel Accredited and grow into a leadership role.

• Professional Development Focus
  You’ll receive hands-on supervision, access to structured training, regular CPD opportunities, and real courtroom experience early in your career.

• Diverse & Impactful Work
  Our Family team handles a rich mix of legal aid and private work – including public and private children law, adoption, surrogacy, domestic violence, and international matters.

• Pathway to Accreditation & Supervision
  With the right experience, you’ll be supported towards Family or Children Panel Membership, and possibly a supervision role within 12–18 months.

🧠 What We’re Looking For:

• Experience or strong interest in publicly funded family law

• Confident advocate in care proceedings (experience in court essential or highly desirable)

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Self-motivated, organised, and comfortable working in a fast-paced team

• Tech-savvy and comfortable with modern legal systems and processes

Desirable:

• County Court advocacy experience

• Interest in private client work alongside legal aid

• Ambition to develop your own client following

🌱 What You’ll Gain:

• Accelerated Career Growth: Work closely with leaders in the field

• Flexible Work: Hybrid working options available

• Generous Leave: 6 weeks annual leave

• Supportive Environment: A collaborative, inclusive culture that nurtures young talent

• Purposeful Work: Make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families