Junior Family Solicitor/ Fee Earner

Junior Family Solicitor / Fee EarnerLocation:

Chichester, West SussexContract Type:

Full-Time, PermanentSalary:

Competitive, dependent on experienceOverview

A respected and long-established law firm in Chichester is seeking a Junior Family Solicitor (1-2 years PQE) to join its supportive Family Department. The team handles a full range of privately funded family work, including divorce, separation, financial remedy proceedings, private children law, cohabitation disputes, and matters involving domestic abuse.The Role

The successful candidate will work closely with senior colleagues and the Head of Department, gaining exposure to a wide variety of cases while developing their own caseload.Responsibilities

Assisting senior solicitors on complex and high-value cases

Managing an appropriate caseload with supervision

Drafting applications, statements, and other legal documents

Attending client meetings, hearings, and mediations

Delivering timely and accurate legal advice

Ensuring compliance with professional and regulatory obligations

Working in line with the Resolution Code of Practice

The Candidate

Qualified Solicitor (1-2 years PQE) with a genuine passion for family law

Strong technical, drafting, and analytical skills

Excellent communication skills and empathy with clients

Ability to manage competing priorities with professionalism and discretion

Confident IT user (Excel, HMCTS Portal, Practical Law)

Advocacy experience is desirable but not essential

Whats on Offer

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience

Ongoing training and professional development

Clear career progression opportunities

A collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a Junior Family Solicitor to develop their career within a well-regarded Chichester-based ..... full job details .....