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Family Fee Earner – Private Family Law

A highly regarded regional law firm is seeking a Family Fee Earner to join its growing team, focusing exclusively on private family law matters. This is a key appointment offering high-quality work, a supportive team environment, and a clear pathway for progression.

The Role:

• Manage your own caseload of private family matters
• Work on a variety of cases including divorce, finances, children issues, cohabitation and pre-nuptial agreements
• Collaborate with senior team members and contribute to the wider team’s success
• Maintain a high standard of client care and service delivery
• Take part in business development and networking activities

What They’re Looking For:

• Strong experience in private family law
• Solid technical knowledge and confident client-handling skills
• A commercial mindset and interest in helping growing the department
• Ability to manage your own files while working as part of a collaborative team

What’s on Offer:

• Realistic billing targets
• Hybrid working with flexibility
• Full-time or part-time hours considered
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Ongoing professional development and internal career progression
• Friendly, forward-thinking culture with genuine long-term opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity for a capable and committed family law specialist seeking a fresh challenge within a respected and supportive firm. Applications are welcomed from individuals with a background in private family law who are looking to progress in a flexible and modern working environment.

• Advise clients on all aspects of family law, including divorce, child custody, financial settlements, domestic abuse, and adoption.
• Draft and review legal documents such as divorce petitions, consent orders, and court applications.
• Represent clients in negotiations, mediation's, and court hearings.
• Manage a caseload effectively, ensuring timely progression of cases.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of family law legislation and case law.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing empathetic and professional support.
• Collaborate with colleagues and external agencies (social services, mediators, counsellors) where necessary.

• Qualified solicitor with 2 years + PQE in Family Law.
• Proven experience handling a variety of family law cases.
• Excellent negotiation, advocacy, and communication skills.
• Strong emotional intelligence and ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to providing excellent client care.

• Membership or accreditation with Resolution or other relevant family law bodies.
• Experience with alternative dispute resolution techniques.
• Knowledge of recent family law reforms.

• Advise clients on all aspects of family law, including divorce, child custody, financial settlements, domestic abuse, and adoption.
• Draft and review legal documents such as divorce petitions, consent orders, and court applications.
• Represent clients in negotiations, mediation's, and court hearings.
• Manage a caseload effectively, ensuring timely progression of cases.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of family law legislation and case law.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing empathetic and professional support.
• Collaborate with colleagues and external agencies (social services, mediators, counsellors) where necessary.

• Qualified solicitor with 2 years + PQE in Family Law.
• Proven experience handling a variety of family law cases.
• Excellent negotiation, advocacy, and communication skills.
• Strong emotional intelligence and ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to providing excellent client care.

• Membership or accreditation with Resolution or other relevant family law bodies.
• Experience with alternative dispute resolution techniques.
• Knowledge of recent family law reforms.

This firms Corporate team continues to grow and they are looking to recruit a lawyer to join them.

You will deal with a broad range of corporate transactions including complex, challenging and high-profile corporate matters. The team covers M&A, corporate restructuring, commercial contracts, regulatory compliance and corporate governance. Ideally this role would suit an individual who has connections to the Highlands, Islands or Moray and who is proactive in business development in these areas however this is not essential.

You must be able to work well within a team environment and be capable of dealing directly with numerous and varied client enquiries and transactions at any one time. The role is ideally suited for those who have ambitions to progress their career and is comfortable with a significant amount of client contact.

The Commercial Real Estate teams are also looking for a Solicitor, they are well known for their work across commercial and residential development, and in the investment, marine economy, energy supply chain, healthcare, hospitality, leisure and industrial sectors. They are looking to grow the team to meet client demand and market opportunities.

The team deals with commercial property purchases and sales, leases and lease management work, investment, development, portfolio management, corporate support and funding; offering a great opportunity for a responsive and driven lawyer who will be given direct client contact, business development opportunities and support to make the most of their talent.

The Private Client team are looking, you will have a varied caseload and will deal with all aspects of Wills, trusts, estate planning (to include IHT and CGT planning), executries and adults with incapacity matters. We would love the successful candidate to have existing experience of each of the following:

• Advising on inheritance tax and estate planning, including agricultural and business property reliefs.
• Drafting Trusts and complex Will provisions to meet clients’ bespoke needs.
• Managing executry and trust administrations, including for taxable complex estates
• Delivering proactive and detailed advice to clients particularly in relation tax planning

SOLICITORS - UK >>> CAYMAN ISLANDS

We are working with some of the leading offshore firms based in the Cayman Islands who are keen on speaking with UK qualified Solicitors who would be interested in moving over. We have assisted a number of legal professionals make the move in the last couple of years who are enjoying everything the island has to offer.

The Cayman Islands presents a compelling destination for lawyers seeking both professional advancement and an enhanced quality of life. Here's an overview of the key factors that make the Cayman Islands attractive for legal professionals:

International Legal Work

The Cayman Islands is a premier offshore financial center, attracting a diverse range of international businesses, investment funds, and high-net-worth individuals. Solicitors here engage in complex, cross-border transactions and high-value disputes, often collaborating with major onshore law firms. Practice areas in demand include Investment Funds, Corporate, Banking & Finance, Trusts, and Commercial Litigation.

Competitive, Tax-Free Compensation

One of the most significant financial advantages is the absence of personal income tax. Solicitors can expect salaries that are competitive with, or exceed, those in major onshore jurisdictions. For instance, a lawyer with 3-7 years' post-qualification experience (PQE) might earn around US$150,000 - US$220,000 tax-free, with potential for higher earnings based on experience and performance.

Enhanced Lifestyle and Work-Life Balance

The Cayman Islands offer a high quality of life, characterized by:

• Climate and Recreation : Year-round warm weather, pristine beaches, and opportunities for water sports and outdoor activities.
• Community : A diverse and welcoming expatriate community, with over 100 nationalities represented.
• Work Environment : Short commutes, flexible office cultures, and generally lower billable hour requirements contribute to a better work-life balance compared to many major cities.

Family-Friendly Environment

• Safety : One of the lowest crime rates globally.
• Education : High-quality private schools offering British and American curricula.
• Healthcare : Access to excellent medical facilities.
• Childcare : Availability of affordable childcare and nanny services.

️ Accessibility and Connectivity

The islands are well-connected, with direct flights to major cities like Miami and London, facilitating both business travel and personal vacations.

️ Admission and Relocation Process

Solicitors from recognized Commonwealth jurisdictions (e.g., UK, Ireland, Australia, Canada) with at least 3 years' PQE are eligible for admission to practice in the Cayman Islands. Employers typically assist with the relocation process, including work permits, flights, initial accommodation, and shipping of personal belongings.

(3 - 7 years PQE)

• Corporate
• Finance
• Investment Funds
• Insolvency & Restructuring
• Banking
• Regulatory
• Insurance & Reinsurance
• Litigation & DR
• Aviation

If you would be interested in having a confidential conversation about what a move would look like feel free to reach out -

Residential Property Solicitors and Legal Executives

Various practices throughout Surrey / Sussex / Hampshire / South, SW and SE London

Salaries and packages range according to level of legal / PQE experience.

We are working with a number of clients in their search for new colleagues to join independent and multiple office practices throughout the South East and Southern Home Counties.

These roles are arising due to existing teams planned expansions, as well as increased client instructions.

If you are interested in discussing opportunities further, please register your interest and we will arrange at chat at your convenience.

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Residential Property Solicitors and Legal Executives

Various practices throughout Surrey / Sussex / Hampshire / South, SW and SE London

Salaries and packages range according to level of legal / PQE experience.

We are working with a number of clients in their search for new colleagues to join independent and multiple office practices throughout the South East and Southern Home Counties.

These roles ar.

The Director and Head of Corporate and Commercial Department will be a 10+PQE Corporate Solicitor and be a self-driven and committed individual with an excellent eye for detail. The successful applicant will have excellent strategic thinking and communication skills together with strong commercial instincts and aspiration.

You will have the ability to operate independently and as part of a high-performing senior leadership team, dealing with a varied caseload of Corporate work and driving marketing and business development plans to grow the Department. You will be a capable, entrepreneurial leader who is confident handling your own caseload of transactions. Corporate experience particularly in Mergers and Acquisitions will be essential. Experience in Intellectual Property, Information Technology and data protection fields would be desirable but not essential.

Ideally you will have clients to bring with you.

To succeed as Head of Department, you will have proven experience leading teams and ensure retention of valued employees is a priority. In turn, this will offer the Department stability, reduce recruitment costs and maintain morale. Engagement with the firm and its objectives is essential to all employees.