Timms Solicitors
Childcare Solicitor
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Do you thrive in a role where your work has a direct impact on families’ lives? We are seeking a dedicated Child Care Solicitor to join our growing family department, handling both fee-paying and publicly funded matters.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take on meaningful and challenging cases within a supportive, client-focused firm.
Your role
- Running care-related cases allocated by the Head of Department/Partners
- Ensuring client work is progressed efficiently with clear communication on costs and progress
- Advocating for clients in court and at key meetings
- Supervising and developing junior colleagues as agreed with the Head of Department
- Maintaining strong professional relationships with social services, guardians, and other organisations
- Time recording, billing, and credit control for your matters
- Ensuring compliance with all SRA rules and regulatory requirements
- Supporting marketing and business development initiatives
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What's in it for you?
- This is more than just a job, it’s a chance to make a real difference in family law while growing your career.
- Competitive starting salary of £60-£70k depending on experience
- A rewarding caseload focusing on care proceedings
- Support for CPD and Continuing Competence
- A collaborative team environment with strong leadership support
- Long-term career progression within a respected and expanding firm
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To thrive in this role, you will need to:
- Be a qualified solicitor with proven experience in family care law
- Be a member of the Childcare Panel
- Have strong communication and advocacy skills
- Be confident in managing a caseload independently
- Show excellent organisation and attention to detail
- Demonstrate a proactive approach to personal development and compliance
About us
We pride ourselves on delivering expert legal advice with compassion and understanding. Our family care team is trusted by clients to provide support and guidance during some of life’s most difficult moments.
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