William James Recruitment
Family Law Partner
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Family Law Solicitor / Partner – Liverpool – Up to £200,000 + Bonus + Benefits
A leading private equity-backed boutique is seeking an exceptional Family Law Solicitor / Partner in Liverpool to take a central role in establishing and growing its presence in the region. This is a high-profile appointment, offering a rare opportunity to step into a leadership position with the backing, autonomy, and investment to build a market-leading Family practice.
This Family Law Solicitor / Partner role in Liverpool will suit a commercially astute and well-connected lawyer with strong experience advising high-net-worth individuals on complex divorce, financial remedy, and wealth protection matters. You will inherit a quality platform while having the freedom to shape the team, drive client acquisition, and establish a strong foothold in the Liverpool market.
With significant growth ambitions and clear strategic backing, this Family Law Solicitor / Partner opportunity in Liverpool offers a genuine route to Head of Office responsibility, with full oversight of team performance, recruitment, and long-term business planning.
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The Role
- Lead and manage a Family Law team in Liverpool
- Build and develop a high-quality caseload and client base
- Advise on divorce, financial remedy, and private children matters
- Handle complex, privately funded work for HNW clients
- Drive business development and establish a strong presence in the Liverpool market
- Take ownership of office growth, including recruitment and team structure
- Work closely with senior leadership on strategy, performance, and expansion
- Mentor and develop junior lawyers and senior fee earners
The Candidate
- Senior Family Solicitor or Partner from a reputable firm
- Strong technical expertise across private family law
- Proven leadership experience or readiness to step into a Head of Office role
- Well-connected in the Liverpool / wider North West market
- Commercially astute with strong client relationship skills
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a clear focus on growth and development
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The Benefits and How to Apply
- Salary up to £200,000 + discretionary bonus
- Equity / share options available
- Flexible and hybrid working
- 30 days holiday + bank holidays
- Private healthcare (individual)
- Pension + death in service
- Full sick pay after 6 months
- Free parking
Apply in strict confidence online or via telephone.
Contact
Robert Holland, Retained Consultant
Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 | Mobile: 07951 097 638
Email: robert.holland@williamjamesrecruitment.com
More About William James Recruitment
William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally, advising on senior and strategic appointments.
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