My client is searching for an experienced Family Law Solicitor to join their Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire offices

The role:

• The successful candidate will be able to deal with publicly funded family law matters, with particular focus upon Care and Child Protection.• The role will involve managing your own caseload, working with the Head of Department and a Family Paralegal to develop a high-quality Care service for our clients.• We will consider applications from Newly Qualified Solicitors and from Legal Executives for this role.• Membership of Resolution and/or Panel Memberships would be an advantage, but not essential.• Part time, flexible working and full-time working will all be considered. Please detail your requirements in your application.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 1 year's Post Qualification Experience within Family Law is preferred, although experience prior to qualification would also be taken into account.• Excellent working knowledge of Legal Aid and CCMS System.• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.• Developed advocacy skills would be an advantage.• Ability to offer a quality service, maintaining high standards in accordance with the Legal Aid Agency Family Contract and Specialist Quality Mark requirements.• High level of self motivation and drive.• Confident ability to run and develop your own caseload with minimal supervision.• Collaborative approach, with a focus upon maintaining excellent internal and external relationships and promotion of the Firm.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary• role prospects and training• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays• workplace pension • staff benefits • Free confidential counselling and qualified mental health first aiders.• Equality and Inclusion

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

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