Family Lawyer Portsmouth £50,000 - £70,000pa RecQuest are working in partnership with a highly regarded law firm known for its dedication to client care and professional excellence. They are now seeking an experienced Family Lawyer (3+ years PQE) to join their well established Family Law team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and compassionate solicitor who is looking to take ownership of their own private family law caseload, while also contributing to a small proportion of legal aid work, fairly distributed across the team. You will provide practical, proactive advice and work closely with clients to achieve the best possible outcomes. The Role: - Manage a mixed caseload of private family matters, including divorce, financial settlements, and child arrangements. - Handle a small proportion of legal aid cases, ensuring fair distribution across the team. - Advocate for clients in court proceedings where appropriate. - Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing clear and empathetic legal advice. - Play an active role in business development, networking, and maintaining the firm’s excellent reputation. About You: - Qualified Solicitor (3+ years PQE) with demonstrable experience in private family law. - Passionate about providing excellent client care, particularly in sensitive legal matters. - Strong advocacy skills and a results-driven approach. - Confident communicator, able to engage effectively with clients and colleagues at all levels. - Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task. - IT proficient with experience using Outlook, Word, and Excel. - Able to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team. Benefits include: - Contributory pension scheme - Client referral gifts - Discounted legal services after one year of service - Extended sickness policy - 25 days holiday plus bank holidays - Additional holiday over Christmas - Free sight tests - Health Cash Plan - Life assurance - Discounted gym membership - Annual staff functions - Length of service recognition gifts This is an exciting opportunity to develop your career in a firm that values its employees and offers genuine progression opportunities. If you are an experienced Family Lawyer looking for a new challenge, RecQuest would love to hear from you, please apply today.