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Family Solicitor (Locum)

RLS Legal Recruitment
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 14 hours
Location

Gloucester, Gloucestershire GL12EH, England

Contract type

Part Time

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  • The law firm in Gloucester is seeking a Family Solicitor or Legal Executive for a temporary locum position.
  • The role involves managing a private family law caseload, including divorce and children cases, with a competitive pay rate of £45 - £55 per hour.
  • Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience (PQE) in private family law.
  • The position offers hybrid remote working options, although some on-site attendance is required.
  • This locum role is expected to last for 3-6 months and provides a supportive team environment.

Location: Gloucester

Contract Type: Temporary/LocumRate: £45 - £55ph

  • Join a well-established regional law firm on a locum basis

  • Cover is required during a recruitment gap running a private family law caseload.

  • Hybrid remote working options available, although some on site attendance required

  • Competitive hourly rate for an urgent start and 3-6 month locum term

Our client, a respected law firm serving the Gloucestershire community, is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor/Legal Executive for a locum position.

Position Overview

The successful candidate will join a large and well established family law team, handling a caseload of private family matters such as divorce, finances, and children cases, while providing support and guidance to clients during challenging times.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a caseload of private family law matters

  • Advise clients on divorce, financial settlements, and children cases

  • Collaborate with the team to deliver exceptional client service

  • Attend client meetings and represent clients in court proceedings

  • Maintain accurate case records and ensure timely billing

Requirements

  • Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or equivalent experience

  • Minimum 2 years' PQE in private family law

  • Strong client-facing skills and ability to build trust

  • Excellent organisational and time management abilities

  • Proficiency in legal technology and case management systems

Benefits

  • Hybrid remote working arrangements

  • Supportive and collaborative team environment

  • Competitive hourly rate for a 3-6 month locum position, on either a full or part time basis

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.