Edward Cooke Family Law
Family Law Solicitor 3+ Years PQE

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Edward Cooke Family Law is a leading family law firm. As specialists in our field, we are passionately committed to utilising modern, constructive approaches to our work in order to ensure the very best service and outcomes for our clients.
About the Role
We are seeking a family lawyer with 3+ years PQE to join our Chichester team. Candidates must demonstrate enthusiasm for out-of-court dispute resolution. Experience in or training for Collaborative Law or mediation is highly desirable, though we may offer training to strong applicants committed to expanding their out-of-court expertise.
This full-time or part-time role will involve managing a mixed case load of family law work. As part of our growth, all lawyers contribute to business development, including blog/article writing and engagement with networking events.
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About the Firm
Our close-knit team prioritises client outcomes while fostering a supportive, collaborative culture. Awards & Recognition:
- The Times Best Law Firms 2025
- 2024: Boutique Family Law Firm of the Year (British Family Law Awards)
- 2024 Employer of the Year (Chichester Business Awards)
- 2026 Medium Business of the Year (Chichester Business Awards)
- 2024: Child Inclusive Mediator of the Year (National Mediation Awards)
- 2023: Family Law Partner of the Year (Family Law Awards)
We offer an environment that’s both professionally rewarding and personally fulfilling, ensuring opportunities for:
- Supportive team culture and mentorship
- Career progression routes
- Flexible, hybrid working with family-friendly policies
- Cutting-edge facilities across Chichester, Brighton & Farnham
- Generous benefits:
- Competitive holiday allowance (including extra time off on your birthday)
- State pension scheme
- Community engagement through charity days & team events
- Wellbeing programs:
- Non-compulsory team exercise classes (twice weekly)
- Confidential one-on-one therapeutic support (psychotherapist available)
- Professional growth with training & development opportunities
- First-class admin/paralegal support


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