Family Lawyer - Leicester basedAbout the RoleAn established and expanding Family Law Department is seeking an experienced Family Lawyer (Solicitor/FILEX) to join its Leicester based team.This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated family law professional to take on a varied and rewarding caseload of privately funded family law matters, contribute to departmental growth and play a key role in delivering high-quality legal services to clients.You will be responsible for managing your own files while supporting colleagues, assisting with business development and maintaining the highest standards of client care and compliance.Key ResponsibilitiesProviding high-quality, timely and professional legal advice and representation in family law mattersManaging a varied caseload efficiently while keeping clients regularly informed of progress and costsDrafting legal documents including divorce petitions, court applications, financial statements, narrative statements, court orders and briefs to counselAttending client meetings, taking instructions and advising on family law issuesRepresenting clients at court hearings where requiredAssisting other family fee earners on files as needed and providing cover during absencesSupporting and mentoring junior team members as requiredActively participating in marketing and business development activities, including writing articles and attending networking eventsManaging all financial aspects of files in line with agreed fee-earning ..... full job details .....