Family Childcare Solicitor – Bristol
Location: Bristol
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Join a Leading Family Law Team
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded law firm in Bristol seeking a Family Childcare Solicitor to join its growing Family Department. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor who is passionate about representing children, parents and other family members in public law proceedings while developing their career within a supportive and collaborative team.
You’ll manage your own caseload while working alongside experienced practitioners on complex and rewarding matters.
The Role
You will advise and represent clients on a broad range of public family law matters, including:
- Care proceedings
- Child protection matters
- Emergency applications
- Special Guardianship Orders
- Adoption matters
- Child arrangements where linked to public law proceedings
- Advocacy where appropriate
- Working closely with local authorities, Children’s Guardians and other professionals
About You
The successful candidate will have:
- Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with experience in Family Childcare/Public Law matters
- Experience managing a childcare caseload with appropriate supervision
- Strong knowledge of Children Act proceedings and relevant legislation
- Excellent client care and communication skills
- The ability to manage competing priorities and meet court deadlines
- A compassionate and empathetic approach when supporting vulnerable clients
- Strong drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills
What’s on Offer?
- Competitive salary
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Genuine career progression opportunities
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Pension scheme
- Employee wellbeing initiatives
- High-quality and varied caseload
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