Family Lawyer (Solicitor / Legal Executive)
Location: Wimborne, Dorset
Salary: Competitive, DOE

A well-established and highly regarded law firm is seeking an experienced Family Lawyer to join its friendly and supportive team in Wimborne.

The Role

You will manage your own caseload of privately funded family law matters, working closely with clients to provide clear, pragmatic advice during what are often sensitive and complex situations.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of private family matters
• Advising on divorce and separation
• Handling financial settlements, including more complex cases
• Dealing with private children matters and arrangements
• Drafting and advising on prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
• Supporting clients through negotiations and, where necessary, court proceedings
• Providing a high level of client care and maintaining strong relationships
• Contributing to the continued growth of the department

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEx)
• Ideally 2+ years’ PQE in family law (flexible depending on experience)
• Strong experience in privately funded family work
• Confident managing your own caseload independently
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Empathetic, professional, and client-focused approach
• Resolution membership (desirable but not essential)

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• High-quality, privately funded work (no legal aid)
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Strong existing client base
• Genuine opportunity for career progression
• Ongoing training and development

If you're a Family Lawyer looking to join a reputable firm where you can focus on quality private work in a supportive environment, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk