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An opportunity has arisen for a Family Solicitor to join a well-established law firm offering specialist advice in family law, immigration, litigation, and private client matters. As a Family Solicitor, you will be managing a varied private family law caseload, working closely with experienced colleagues in a supportive team environment. This role offers a salary of up to £60,000 and benefits. Candidate must be based within commuting distance of the office location. You will be responsible for Managing a caseload of privately funded family law matters, including divorce, separation, financial settlements, children matters and domestic issues Providing clear, sensitive and practical legal guidance to clients Drafting a range of legal documents and correspondence Negotiating settlements and supporting clients through complex and emotional matters Working collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of service delivery Contributing to the wider development and growth of the practice What we are looking for Previously worked as a Family Solicitor, Family Lawyer, Family law Solicitor or in a similar role Have 3-5 years of PQE in family law Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales Background handling privately funded family matters Immigration law experience will be highly preferred Confident managing a caseload with a good level of independence Strong client care skills with the ability to handle sensitive situations professionally What s on offer Competitive salary Supportive working environment Access to experienced practitioners for guidance and mentoring Genuine opportunities for professional development and career progression Friendly, team-oriented culture within a respected local practice The chance to contribute meaningfully to a growing and well-established firm This is a great opportunity for a Family Solicitor looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone, or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us. Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. Immigration Department Background: We have one of the largest legal aid Immigration practices in the UK and are ranked as a top tier practice by The Legal 500 directory for our services including, business immigration, human rights, appeals and overstay. Our immigration lawyers have an established reputation in acting for high net worth individuals, new and established business men and women, and innovative and skilled individuals under the Tier 1 visa categories. Our Immigration team offer a wide range of services to European Economic Area (EEA) and non-EEA individuals and families wishing to enter, remain, or settle in the UK. With over 160 specialist Immigration lawyers nationwide, we bring the highest level of expertise to all Immigration matters. The department has a number of highly skilled lawyers who have trained as barristers, and undertake complex appeal cases up to the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. Our Immigration team is renowned for their extensive experience in Asylum claims and challenging human rights violations for unaccompanied minors and victims of torture, trafficking, and domestic abuse. In these cases, we are committed to assisting no matter the individual client's circumstance. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met Responsible for all aspects of Immigration work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Immigration work including; detained clients; victims of trafficking & torture; asylum work from initial applications through to Tribunal appeal and upper Court appeal matters; entry clearance applications and appeals and some judicial review work Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency, Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence Preparing applications to meet Home Office requirements (incl drafting application forms, index of documents and letters of representations) Attending conferences and court You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company Key Skills Required: Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying Registered with the Law Society Immigration & Asylum Law Accreditation - level 2 membership is essential Be committed and highly driven to provide an excellent standard of service to our clients Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Immigration issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Working knowledge of the publicly funded Immigration work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with all Immigration related work and some expertise on adoption matters Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, apply now or visit our company website to apply using our online process for your application to be considered.

Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. Immigration Department Background: We have one of the largest legal aid Immigration practices in the UK and are ranked as a top tier practice by The Legal 500 directory for our services including, business immigration, human rights, appeals and overstay. Our immigration lawyers have an established reputation in acting for high net worth individuals, new and established business men and women, and innovative and skilled individuals under the Tier 1 visa categories. Our Immigration team offer a wide range of services to European Economic Area (EEA) and non-EEA individuals and families wishing to enter, remain, or settle in the UK. With over 160 specialist Immigration lawyers nationwide, we bring the highest level of expertise to all Immigration matters. The department has a number of highly skilled lawyers who have trained as barristers, and undertake complex appeal cases up to the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. Our Immigration team is renowned for their extensive experience in Asylum claims and challenging human rights violations for unaccompanied minors and victims of torture, trafficking, and domestic abuse. In these cases, we are committed to assisting no matter the individual client's circumstance. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met Responsible for all aspects of Immigration work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Immigration work including; detained clients; victims of trafficking & torture; asylum work from initial applications through to Tribunal appeal and upper Court appeal matters; entry clearance applications and appeals and some judicial review work Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency, Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence Preparing applications to meet Home Office requirements (incl drafting application forms, index of documents and letters of representations) Attending conferences and court You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company Key Skills Required: Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying Registered with the Law Society Immigration & Asylum Law Accreditation - level 2 membership is essential Be committed and highly driven to provide an excellent standard of service to our clients Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Immigration issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Working knowledge of the publicly funded Immigration work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with all Immigration related work and some expertise on adoption matters Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, apply now or visit our company website to apply using our online process for your application to be considered.

Immigration Solicitor Location: Stratford Job Type: Full-Time, Office-Based Parkside Recruitment is currently working with a well-established legal practice that is looking to appoint an experienced Immigration Solicitor to join its growing team in Stratford. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated legal professional to join a busy and supportive environment, handling a varied caseload of immigration matters and providing expert advice to a diverse client base. Key Responsibilities Managing a broad range of immigration matters, including visa applications, sponsorship matters, asylum claims, appeals, nationality applications, and judicial reviews. Advising clients on UK immigration legislation, policies, and regulatory requirements. Preparing, drafting, and submitting applications to the Home Office, Tribunals, and other relevant authorities. Representing clients at hearings, appeals, and court proceedings where required. Providing clear and practical legal advice tailored to individual client circumstances. Maintaining accurate case records and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Keeping up to date with developments and changes in immigration law and Home Office guidance. Candidate Requirements Qualified Solicitor with proven experience in Immigration Law. Strong technical knowledge across a broad range of immigration matters. Excellent advocacy, client care, and case management skills. Ability to manage a busy caseload effectively and work to deadlines. Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills. Professional and client-focused approach with excellent attention to detail. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment. What's on Offer Competitive salary dependent on experience. Opportunity to join an established and respected legal practice. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Long-term career development and progression opportunities. Exposure to a varied and interesting caseload. Please note: This is a fully office-based position in Stratford and applicants should be comfortable working from the office five days per week. For further information or to apply confidentially, please submit your CV to Frankie Halewood at Parkside Recruitment.

Immigration & Family Solicitor Location: Croydon Job Type: Full-Time, Office-Based Parkside Recruitment is currently partnering with a well-established and growing legal practice in Croydon that is looking to appoint an experienced Immigration & Family Solicitor to join its team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified solicitor seeking a varied role, managing a mixed caseload of both immigration and family law matters within a supportive and fast-paced legal environment. Key Responsibilities Managing a diverse caseload of immigration and family law matters from instruction through to completion. Advising clients on immigration applications, appeals, judicial reviews, and nationality matters. Handling family law cases including divorce, financial settlements, child arrangements, and related proceedings. Representing clients at hearings, tribunals, and court proceedings where required. Drafting legal documents, correspondence, witness statements, and legal submissions. Liaising with the Home Office, courts, barristers, and other relevant parties. Building and maintaining strong client relationships through excellent service and communication. Candidate Requirements Qualified Solicitor with proven experience in both Immigration and Family Law. Strong technical knowledge across immigration applications, appeals, and family proceedings. Excellent advocacy, case management, and legal drafting skills. Ability to manage a busy caseload independently while maintaining high standards of client care. Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail. Professional, client-focused, and commercially aware approach. What's on Offer Competitive salary package dependent on experience. Opportunity to join an established and reputable legal practice. Genuine career development and progression opportunities. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Exposure to a varied and interesting caseload. Please note: This is a fully office-based position in Croydon and applicants should be comfortable commuting to the office five days per week. For further information or to apply confidentially, please submit your CV to Frankie Halewood at Parkside Recruitment.

Senior Associate - Employment Birmingham Hybrid Working 5+ PQE A leading national law firm is looking to recruit a Senior Associate to join its highly regarded Employment team in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Employment Solicitor to join a collaborative and growing national practice advising a strong portfolio of employer clients across a range of sectors including technology, retail, financial services, logistics, mobility and higher education. The Opportunity The successful candidate will handle a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, working closely with clients on day-to-day advisory issues as well as more complex strategic matters. The role will involve advising on Employment Tribunal claims, workplace investigations, restructures and redundancies, discrimination and whistleblowing matters, senior exits, contractual issues and the employment aspects of corporate transactions. Alongside high-quality legal work, this role offers the opportunity to become heavily involved in client relationship management, business development initiatives and wider team growth strategies. The team encourages lawyers at Senior Associate level to take ownership of client relationships and play an active role in developing their profile internally and externally. The Candidate Applications are welcomed from Employment Solicitors with 5+ years' PQE who can demonstrate: Strong experience across both contentious and non-contentious employment matters Confidence managing matters independently from start to finish Excellent client relationship and communication skills Strong technical and drafting ability Commercial awareness and pragmatic problem-solving skills A collaborative and proactive approach to team working An interest in mentoring junior lawyers and supporting team development This opportunity would suit someone looking to join a modern and ambitious national practice offering genuinely high-quality work, strong progression prospects and a supportive culture. The Firm The successful candidate will join a nationally recognised Employment team within a wider People advisory practice spanning employment, immigration and pensions. The firm is known for its strong commercial client base, modern approach to legal services and commitment to innovation, flexibility and professional development. The business places a strong emphasis on culture, inclusion and collaboration, offering employees the opportunity to build long-term careers within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. What's on Offer High-quality national employment work Strong employer-side client base Genuine progression opportunities Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Collaborative and inclusive culture For further information or to apply confidentially, please get in touch. All enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence by Yolk Recruitment. If you are looking to pursue the next step in your career with a highly regarded law firm, we encourage you to apply by contacting Nicole Smith on (phone number removed) or alternatively send your CV Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

Family Paralegal / 1+ PQE / Manchester / £30,000 (DOE) / This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Paralegal looking to further develop their skills and experience in family law. The role offers strong career development within a supportive and professional environment - To apply please call Teagan on and quote Job Ref: JOB TITLE: Family Paralegal PQE REQUIRED: 1+ LOCATION: Manchester SALARY: Up to £30,000 DOE THE ROLE: This role involves providing day-to-day support to Solicitors and Fee Earners across a broad range of private family law matters. The successful candidate will assist with cases involving divorce, financial remedy proceedings, private children matters and general family law applications. Responsibilities will include preparing and managing case files, drafting correspondence and court documents, liaising with clients, counsel, courts and other professionals and ensuring files are maintained in line with regulatory and procedural requirements. The role requires excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to handle sensitive matters with professionalism and empathy within a busy department. THE CANDIDATE: The ideal candidate will have at least one year's experience working as a Paralegal within a legal practice, with previous experience in a family or immigration department being strongly preferred. The successful candidate will possess strong written and verbal communication skills, confident legal drafting ability and a professional, client focused approach. The ability to work effectively within a team, manage competing deadlines and deal with confidential matters discreetly is essential. A genuine interest in family law and a willingness to learn and develop within the area are key attributes for this role. HOW TO APPLY: Contact Teagan Portas at eNL on / or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.

Legal Administrative Officer Beverley 15.45 per hour Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00 Overview An opportunity has arisen for a Legal Administrative Officer to support the Children and Community Services Team in relation to court proceedings and associated legal matters. The successful candidate will provide administrative and legal support to solicitors and managers, ensuring the efficient preparation and management of court-related documentation and processes. This role involves regular contact with professional clients, members of the public, and external organisations, therefore excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Knowledge of Local Government procedures and practices would be advantageous. The role is primarily office-based at times and candidates must be able to attend the office for induction, training, and the collection/return of IT equipment. Key Responsibilities Preparing court bundles, including electronic bundles and online portal applications Supporting solicitors with the preparation of cases for court Liaising with: Courts Private practice solicitors Medical professionals Police Witnesses Client departments and external agencies Dispatching legal documentation Maintaining accurate records and electronic court diaries Managing court orders, reminders, and scheduling requirements Answering telephone and email enquiries efficiently Undertaking room bookings and general administrative support Assisting with monitoring systems and processes to support efficient service delivery Providing information and assistance to internal departments and external organisations Undertaking additional duties as required to support the service Skills and Experience Required Essential Strong administrative and organisational skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information Good attention to detail and accuracy Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines Competent IT skills, including electronic document management systems Ability to communicate effectively in English, in line with Section 42 of the Immigration Act 2016 Desirable Experience working within a legal or court environment Knowledge of Local Government procedures and practices Experience preparing legal or court documentation and bundles Working Arrangements Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00 15.45 per hour Flexibility may be required to meet operational needs Attendance at the office will be required for training, onboarding, and operational purposes If you are interested in the above role please send your cv to (url removed)