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Private Family Lawyer
Location: North Somerset (Weston-super-Mare, Worle & Winscombe)/Hybrid
Hours: Full-time or part-time
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Join Our Family Law Team
BRGP is looking for a compassionate and motivated Family Lawyer to join our growing Family Department. This is an excellent opportunity for a Solicitor, CILEX Lawyer or experienced Family Fee Earner who is passionate about helping clients through some of the most important and challenging periods of their lives.
You'll manage a varied caseload of private family matters while working within a supportive and collaborative team that values client care, professional development and work-life balance.
The Role
You will advise and represent clients on a range of private family matters, including:
- Divorce and separation
- Financial remedy matters
- Private children arrangements
- Cohabitation disputes
- Pre- and post-nuptial agreements
- Domestic abuse and injunction applications
You will be responsible for progressing matters from instruction to conclusion, providing clear, practical and empathetic advice throughout.
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What We're Looking For
We'd love to hear from candidates who have:
- Qualified Solicitor, CILEX qualification or equivalent experience
- Experience managing a private family law caseload
- Strong technical and drafting skills
- Excellent client care and communication skills
- The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail
- A proactive and commercial approach to client service
Advocacy experience and Resolution membership would be advantageous but are not essential.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Ongoing training and career development
- Supportive and approachable team culture
- Modern case management systems and technology
- Opportunities to contribute to business development and the future growth of the department
About BRGP
BRGP is one of North Somerset's leading law firms, serving individuals, families and businesses across the region. We pride ourselves on providing practical legal advice with a personal touch, building long-standing relationships with our clients and local communities.
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Our Family team is known for its compassionate approach, technical expertise and commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for clients.
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If you're looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference to clients while developing your career within a supportive and forward-thinking firm, we'd love to hear from you.
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Weston-super-Mare BS23 1NF: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Certificate of Higher Education (required)
Experience:
- Family law: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Practising Certificate (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Weston-super-Mare BS23 1NF
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