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Family Supervising Solicitor
Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom SEO Friendly Job Title: Family Supervising Solicitor / CILEX or FCILEX – Hybrid (Norwich) H1: Join National Legal Service as a Family Supervising Solicitor in Norwich H2: Why Join Us? - Be a part of one of the UK's fastest growing legal aid law firms in Family and Care law - Work in a positive and supportive environment - Open a new office in Norwich city center - Lead a team of Legal Assistants, Paralegals, and Solicitors - Specialist in Family law, dealing with NMO's, PSO's, and OOO's - Proven track record of achieving or exceeding targets H2: The Role - Responsible for a team of Solicitors, Paralegals, and Legal Assistants - Successfully manage your own caseload - Develop and train your team's professional knowledge and competence - Conduct own advocacy and representation in court - Instruct counsel, agents, and experts when required - Ensure all court orders are read and actioned accordingly - Provide clear and comprehensive advice to clients H2: Person Specification - Qualified and experienced lawyer (Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive) - Member of the Law Society's Children Law or Family Law Accreditation Scheme - Management/leadership experience - Proven experience in managing caseloads in Public Children Matters - Self-motivated and able to carry out casework accurately - Ambitious and committed to personal growth and development H2: Benefits - Hybrid working: 2 days in the office, 3 days at home - Standard working hours: 9:30am - 5:30pm, Monday - Friday - Pension plan - Private medical insurance - 25 days of holiday, increasing by one day each year up to 28 days (excluding bank holidays) - Life assurance The National Legal Service (NLS) is a well-respected and dynamic law firm, dedicated to providing exceptional legal services in Family and Care law. We are currently seeking a Family Supervising Solicitor in Norwich to lead our new office and team. As a specialist in Family law, you will have a proven track record of achieving or exceeding targets and be familiar with dealing with NMO's, PSO's, and OOO's. This role will initially be a stand-alone position, with the opportunity to build and manage a team of legal professionals to support your caseloads. As the Family Supervising Solicitor, you will be responsible for managing a team of Solicitors, Paralegals, and Legal Assistants. You will also be responsible for your own caseload, ensuring your team's professional knowledge and competence are continuously developed and identifying any training needs. You will conduct your own advocacy and representation in court, as well as instructing counsel, agents, and experts when required. It will be your responsibility to ensure that all court orders are read and actioned accordingly. You will also provide clear and comprehensive advice to clients and progress their cases to conclusion. To be successful in this role, you must be a qualified and experienced lawyer (Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive) and a member of the Law Society's Children Law or Family Law Accreditation Scheme. You should also have management/leadership experience and proven experience in managing caseloads in Public Children Matters. We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, clear thinking, and able to carry out casework accurately. As an ambitious lawyer, you should also be committed to your own growth and development. In return for your hard work and dedication, we offer a competitive salary and flexible working conditions. We also provide opportunities for professional growth and development. Our hybrid working model allows for 2 days in the office and 3 days at home, providing a good work-life balance. We also offer a pension plan, private medical insurance, 25 days of holiday (increasing by one day each year up to 28 days, excluding bank holidays), and life assurance. If you are passionate about working in the legal field and helping families navigate the complexities of family law, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity with NLS. Join one of the country's fastest growing national law firms and be a part of a supportive and positive work environment. Apply now and take the next step in your legal career. |
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