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Family Solicitor / Associate / Senior Associate | NQ–5+ PQE | Surrey & Sussex
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Family Solicitor / Associate / Senior Associate | NQ–5+ PQE
Brighton & Hove | Chichester | Farnham
Three opportunities within a highly regarded specialist Family Law practice across Sussex and Surrey.
Lex Exec is working with an established and growing specialist Family Law firm seeking talented solicitors to join its teams in Brighton & Hove, Chichester and Farnham.
These opportunities offer high-quality private family work, a supportive and collaborative working environment, and the chance to develop your career alongside experienced family law specialists.
We are interested in speaking with lawyers at different stages of their careers, from newly qualified solicitors through to experienced Associates and Senior Associates.
Current Opportunities
Brighton & Hove | NQ–5 PQE
An opportunity for a junior Family Solicitor to develop within an established team of experienced practitioners.
The firm is open to newly qualified solicitors through to approximately 5 PQE, with an emphasis on providing the right supervision, support and professional development.
Chichester | 3+ PQE
An opportunity for an Associate-level Family Solicitor, with scope to consider more experienced candidates.
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The firm is looking for someone who can manage private family matters with increasing independence while contributing to a collaborative specialist team.
Farnham | 5+ PQE
An opportunity for an experienced Family Solicitor or Senior Associate seeking to develop their career within a dedicated Family Law practice.
There is flexibility for the right candidate, with working arrangements to be discussed individually.
The Work
Depending on experience, you will advise on a range of private family matters, including:
- Divorce and financial remedy proceedings
- Financial settlements and complex asset division
- Private children matters
- Cohabitation and separation agreements
- Pre- and post-nuptial agreements
- Negotiated settlements and alternative dispute resolution
The firm has a strong commitment to constructive dispute resolution, helping clients achieve practical, lasting outcomes wherever possible.
Why Consider These Opportunities?
- A dedicated specialist Family Law practice
- High-quality and varied private family work
- Support from experienced and respected practitioners
- A collaborative and approachable working culture
- Genuine opportunities for professional development
- Flexible working arrangements appropriate to experience and office location
- Competitive, market-led remuneration reflecting individual experience
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About You
We would welcome conversations with qualified solicitors who have experience in private family law, including those at an early stage of their careers.
You will ideally bring strong client care skills, a thoughtful and pragmatic approach, and a genuine interest in developing your expertise within a specialist practice.
Experience or interest in mediation, collaborative law and other forms of non-court dispute resolution would be particularly welcome.
Confidential Enquiries
Whether you are actively looking or simply interested in understanding what opportunities might be available locally, I would welcome a confidential conversation.
Please apply directly or contact Colin Lynam via email colin@lex-exec.com for a confidential discussion.
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