Family Solicitor - Children Panel Accredited

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.