Senior Family Solicitor

To build and manage a substantial matrimonial and cohabitant dispute caseload involving ancillary relief and other financial issues involving principally complex/ high net worth cases / individuals.

1. To effectively manage own caseload ensuring that hours and fee targets are met
2. Supervise lawyers and provide advice and assistance as necessary
3. Attend and participate in management meetings (if required)
4. Seek/identify new business development opportunities and promote firm/department
5. Provide legal information and update(s) to team members
6. Ensure departmental website news remains current and write articles
7. Attain personal and departmental fees/billable hours targets
8. Bill promptly and efficiently in accordance with the firm’s procedures and obtain monies on account in private client matters as appropriate
9. Comply with Fisher Meredith’s office rules and procedures as set out in the office manual and departmental manual
10. Maintain client’s file in accordance with SQM standards and Lexcel
11. Assist in provision of internal/external seminars
12. Undertake advocacy at court as appropriate

The post holder of this position must demonstrate the following:
• An in-depth knowledge of all aspects of family law
• Ability to manage and supervise junior lawyers (including trainees)
• A commitment to team working
• A proactive approach to obtaining new business and developing the profile of the department
• Proficient IT skills; including MS Word, time-recording software and digital dictation