We are seeking an experienced Children Panel Accredited Solicitor (or Family Law Panel member) to join our clients' dedicated Family team. This is an excellent opportunity for a committed Family Solicitor looking to build a long-term career within a supportive Liverpool practice offering high-quality work and a down-to-earth working environment. The Role You will handle a varied caseload with a strong focus on child care matters and guardianship work. Advocacy experience is essential for this Solicitor/Advocate position. The caseload will predominantly consist of legal aid matters, with the opportunity to take on privately funded work where appropriate. Key Responsibilities Managing a caseload of child care and guardianship matters Conducting advocacy as required Handling predominantly legal aid files Advising and supporting vulnerable and distressed clients Managing workload effectively to meet deadlines and targets Ideal Candidate Criteria Minimum 3 years PQE Children Panel Membership - essential Strong guardianship experience Proven Solicitor/Advocate experience Solid understanding of legal aid work Background in family law with strong commercial awareness Excellent advocacy skills Ability to organise, prioritise and evaluate workload independently Strong interpersonal skills and resilience when working with vulnerable clients Please apply or contact Steph McCormack at MLR Legal Recruitment for more details.
Apr 11, 2026
Full time
We are seeking an experienced Children Panel Accredited Solicitor (or Family Law Panel member) to join our clients' dedicated Family team. This is an excellent opportunity for a committed Family Solicitor looking to build a long-term career within a supportive Liverpool practice offering high-quality work and a down-to-earth working environment. The Role You will handle a varied caseload with a strong focus on child care matters and guardianship work. Advocacy experience is essential for this Solicitor/Advocate position. The caseload will predominantly consist of legal aid matters, with the opportunity to take on privately funded work where appropriate. Key Responsibilities Managing a caseload of child care and guardianship matters Conducting advocacy as required Handling predominantly legal aid files Advising and supporting vulnerable and distressed clients Managing workload effectively to meet deadlines and targets Ideal Candidate Criteria Minimum 3 years PQE Children Panel Membership - essential Strong guardianship experience Proven Solicitor/Advocate experience Solid understanding of legal aid work Background in family law with strong commercial awareness Excellent advocacy skills Ability to organise, prioritise and evaluate workload independently Strong interpersonal skills and resilience when working with vulnerable clients Please apply or contact Steph McCormack at MLR Legal Recruitment for more details.
Job Title: Family Solicitor - Private Law Children & Divorce Salary : Competitive - based on experience Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Practice Area: Family / Matrimonial Join a respected Liverpool firm with a strong reputation and a down-to-earth team. A well-established North West firm is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to join our busy and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional looking to work on meaningful cases in a collaborative environment. The Role: We're looking for a Family Solicitor with solid experience in private law, children and divorce matters. This is a Solicitor/Advocate role, so advocacy experience is essential. You'll manage a caseload primarily made up of legal aid files, with the opportunity to handle privately funded matters as well. What We're Looking For : Minimum 3 years' PQE Strong advocacy experience (Solicitor/Advocate) Solid background in private law, children, and divorce cases Experience working with legal aid is essential A genuine interest in family law and a commercially aware mindset Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to support vulnerable clients Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy caseload Why Join Us? Supportive, approachable team culture Quality caseload and varied work Lexcel-accredited firm with Cyber Essentials certification Opportunity to make a real difference in clients' lives Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat with Steph McCormack at MLR Legal Recruitment
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Family Solicitor - Private Law Children & Divorce Salary : Competitive - based on experience Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Practice Area: Family / Matrimonial Join a respected Liverpool firm with a strong reputation and a down-to-earth team. A well-established North West firm is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to join our busy and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional looking to work on meaningful cases in a collaborative environment. The Role: We're looking for a Family Solicitor with solid experience in private law, children and divorce matters. This is a Solicitor/Advocate role, so advocacy experience is essential. You'll manage a caseload primarily made up of legal aid files, with the opportunity to handle privately funded matters as well. What We're Looking For : Minimum 3 years' PQE Strong advocacy experience (Solicitor/Advocate) Solid background in private law, children, and divorce cases Experience working with legal aid is essential A genuine interest in family law and a commercially aware mindset Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to support vulnerable clients Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy caseload Why Join Us? Supportive, approachable team culture Quality caseload and varied work Lexcel-accredited firm with Cyber Essentials certification Opportunity to make a real difference in clients' lives Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat with Steph McCormack at MLR Legal Recruitment
