Private Family Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive

Middlesbrough, Teesside, United Kingdom

Watson Woodhouse & Macks Solicitors are national law firms, with Head Quarters based in Middlesbrough, serving clients throughout the UK and further afield in an array of legal areas. With a history stretching back over 30 years, we have developed an outstanding reputation which has been recognised for our high-quality advice and first-class personal service.

We are a business that is passionate about empowering unrivalled industry talent and enabling them to pursue their ambitions. As a firm, we endeavour to develop our people whilst encouraging them to teach and coach one another. As we continue to grow and become the law firm of choice in our regions, we believe it is crucial to retain our family culture driving our firms forward together.

Due to business expansion, we have implemented a Talent Team that is purely dedicated to our employees; it is their duty to source, retain and invest in our in-house talent.

If this sounds like a vision you would like to be a part of and you meet the requirements of the role described, we’d be delighted to hear from you. 

Do you want to join a dynamic team and make a significant impact in the lives of individuals and families dealing with complex family law matters?

Macks Solicitors are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated full time Private Family Solicitor to join our prestigious law firm. As a Private Family Solicitor, you will handle a wide range of family law cases, providing expert legal advice and representation to our valued clients.

Responsibilities

•  Manage a caseload of private family law matters, including divorce, child custody, financial settlements and prenuptial agreements. 
• Conduct legal research, prepare legal documents, whilst representing clients in court hearings.
• Provide expert legal advice and guidance to clients, ensuring their best interests are protected.
• Collaborate with other legal professionals to support staff to achieve the best possible outcomes for clients.
• Stay updated with changes in family law legislation and maintain your expertise.

Requirements

•          Qualified Solicitor with 2 years of experience in this field would be desirable
•            Strong knowledge of family law principles, procedures and relevant legislation.
•         Proven Track record of handling complex family law cases with professionalism and sensitivity.
•         Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
•         Exceptional client management and negotiation abilities. 
•         Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong time management skills.
•         Demonstrated commitment to maintaining client confidentiality and ethical standards.

 What we will offer in return

• Competitive Salary depending on experience.
• Company pension scheme.
• 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays.
• Staff discount on fees.
• Professional membership payments.
• Professional development.
• Hybrid working (role dependant).
• Car Parking (role dependant).
• Employee referral scheme.
• Additional leave for long service 
• Birthday leave