Job Description
Your new company
An established national firm is seeking an experienced Family Lawyer to lead and develop its London Family offering. This is a rare opportunity to build a practice from the ground up while being fully supported by a large, reputable national platform.Your new role
- You will be the first dedicated Family Lawyer in the London office, taking the lead on growing a new practice area within an established full-service environment.
- Nationally, the Family team is already well-respected and led by a highly regarded Head of Department who is committed to expanding into London.
- With 65-70 lawyers across various teams in the London office, you will not be working in isolation, there is a strong cross-referral network and significant internal support.
What you'll need to succeed
- A Senior Associate or Partner with a following or ability to generate work, as there is no existing London caseload.
- Someone confident in business development and keen to build a presence in the London market.
- A specialist in privately funded family work (finance, divorce, children matters).
What you'll get in return
- c.£100,000 base salary (flexible depending on experience).
- 7.5% bonus, linked to fee generation.
- Strong autonomy to shape and grow the London Family practice.
- Backing from a well-structured national team with excellent infrastructure and brand recognition.
What you need to do now
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