Senior Family Solicitor

Senior Family Solicitor
Manchester /Hybrid
Competitive Salary
An esteemed law firm is looking for a Senior Family Solicitor (5+ years' PQE) to join its dynamic Manchester office. With a strong focus on advocacy, complex divorce cases, and high-net-worth clients, this role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile matters and make a meaningful impact.
The Role:

• Managing a caseload of complex divorce, financial settlements, and private children law matters, often involving high-net-worth individuals, business assets, and international aspects.
• Representing clients in contested financial and children's proceedings, conducting advocacy in court.
• Providing strategic advice to high-profile and high-net-worth clients, ensuring discretion and a commercially focused approach.
• Collaborating with expert witnesses, forensic accountants, and barristers to build strong cases.
• Mentoring and supervising junior solicitors and paralegals, fostering talent within the team.
• Engaging in business development and networking, helping to maintain the firm's reputation and high-calibre client base.

What We're Looking For:

• 5+ years' PQE in family law, with substantial experience in high-value divorce and financial settlements.
• Strong advocacy skills, with a track record of representing clients in contested hearings.
• Proven ability to handle high-net-worth and complex cases with discretion and strategic acumen.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, combined with a commercially aware approach.
• A proactive mindset, with a focus on business development and cultivating client relationships.

If you're a driven and ambitious family solicitor looking to develop your advocacy skills, work with high-profile clients, and handle complex cases, apply below, or alternatively, send your CV to or call for more information.