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Date Added: Fri 11/10/2024

Family Associate

London, UK
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Company: DOUGLAS SCOTT LEGAL RECRUITMENT

Job Type: Permanent, FullTime

Salary: Salary negotiable

My client is a top 150 law firm and currently on the lookout for a Family Associate to join their team in Central London.
  • Collaborate within the Family team to foster a productive work environment, supporting Senior Associates and Partners on more complex matters when necessary.
  • Attend and contribute to team meetings.
  • Stay informed about the legal market, particularly in relation to Family Law
  • Work as part of the Family team on both national and international cases, including divorce, financial disputes, matrimonial arbitration/mediation, prenuptial agreements, child arrangements, and child abduction cases.
  • Meet financial targets set
  • Monitor personal performance, including the number of active files, file closures, billings, and time recording, and take necessary steps to meet targets.
  • Maintain high standards of client care to ensure repeat business and referrals.
  • Support marketing and business development activities, such as contributing to e-newsletters or attending seminars.
The Ideal Candidate:
  • Qualified Family Solicitor (4 years’ PQE plus)
  • Previous experience in divorce, matrimonial finance disputes, prenuptial agreements, Children Act matters, matrimonial arbitration/mediation, and cohabitation disputes.
  • Excellent time management skills to meet client and internal deadlines.
  • Client-focused with the ability to offer pragmatic solutions tailored to individual client needs.
  • Team player with the ability to support Senior Associates and Partners when needed.
  • Proficient in Excel and other IT tools, including Outlook, Word, Digital Dictation, and Axxia.
  • Strong attention to detail when drafting legal documents.
  • Effective communication skills, able to engage clients in writing, over the phone, and in person.
Benefits:
  • Hybrid working
  • Life Assurance
  • Career progression
  • Pension Scheme.
  • Interest-free season ticket loans.
  • Discounts on legal services.
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