Family Associate

Are you a Family Associate looking to take your career to the next level in a top-tier, Legal 100 firm? This prestigious South East law firm is seeking an ambitious Family Associate with 4-8 years PQE to join their successful Dispute Resolution Family team in London.

About the Firm:
This award-winning firm has a strong reputation across the South East and beyond, with a network of offices in key locations such as London, Brighton, and Gatwick. With over 380 staff, the firm has expanded significantly since its inception and offers a broad range of legal services, including dispute resolution, employment, cyber security, corporate, and real estate advice. The firm is known for its forward-thinking approach and commitment to building long-term relationships with both clients and team members, making it a truly dynamic place to work.

The Department:
The Family team deals with a wide array of family legal matters, from pre-nuptial agreements to complex divorce and financial disputes. With expertise spanning both national and international cases, the team is trusted by clients to handle everything from child arrangements to child abduction, offering top-quality legal solutions and empathetic guidance during difficult times.

The Role:
This is an exceptional opportunity for a 4-8 PQE Family Associate to join the firm's Dispute Resolution Family team and play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality service to a diverse client base. The position offers exposure to a variety of complex family matters, working closely with experienced Partners and Senior Associates.

As a Family Associate, you will be responsible for:

• Managing your own caseload of family matters, including divorce, matrimonial finance disputes, child arrangements, and pre-nuptial agreements.
• Supporting the Partners and Senior Associates on more complex, high-value cases, including those with international elements.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and referrers, ensuring the highest standards of client care are delivered.
• Contributing to the development of the team through participation in meetings and internal training programs.
• Assisting with marketing and business development initiatives, such as writing articles and attending seminars to enhance the team's profile.

Key Requirements:

• 4-8 years PQE with solid experience in family law matters, including divorce, financial disputes, and child-related matters.
• Strong knowledge of family law legislation and relevant case law.
• A high standard of client care with the ability to handle sensitive issues empathetically.
• Excellent drafting skills and attention to detail.
• Confident working in a team environment, supporting colleagues as needed, and contributing to the firm's culture and values.
• The ability to work autonomously while meeting deadlines and fee targets.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to engage effectively with clients and colleagues alike.

Why Join?

• Highly competitive salary and benefits package reflecting the firm's commitment to its people.
• The chance to work alongside leading experts in family law at a top-tier, Legal 100 firm.
• Exposure to a varied and challenging caseload with opportunities for career development.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment, where your voice is heard and contributions are valued.
• A firm that values work-life balance and invests in its people, offering a clear pathway for career progression.

If you are a driven Family Associate with a passion for delivering exceptional client service and are looking to advance your career in a highly respected firm, this is the role for you.

Apply now for immediate consideration!