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A well-regarded, friendly law firm based in the Liverpool area is seeking a committed Family Solicitor to join their team.
This is an opportunity to work closely with an experienced Head of Department, within a supportive environment where client care and professional development genuinely matter.
Youll be part of a team that values collaboration and clear communication, and where your contribution will be recognised.
The role will involve managing a varied caseload across both private and public Family and Children Law matters.
Youll advise clients on a range of issues including divorce, child arrangements, domestic abuse and non-molestation matters.
Confidence in handling your own files and communicating sensitively is important, as is the ability to stay organised in a busy working environment.
Experience of Legal Aid and CCMS applications would be very useful, and advocacy experience is welcomed (though not essential).
Panel membership, or working towards it, would be viewed positively, and having your own referral network would be a bonus.
Above all, the firm is looking for someone who brings a genuine passion for Family Law and a constructive, positive approach to their work.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Managing private and public Family Law matters from file opening through to completion
- Preparing and submitting Legal Aid applications and amendments
- Drafting court applications, legal correspondence and key case documentation
- Attending court hearings and off-site appointments when required
- Working with clients in what are often emotional and sensitive situations, ensuring the highest levels of client care
- Supporting junior members of the team and contributing to a knowledge-sharing culture
You will also be encouraged to play an active role in business development.
This could include building relationships with local organisations, networking, or contributing to the visibility of the department more generally.
Keeping up to date with legal developments and ensuring best practice is followed will also be an important part of the role.
On offer is a competitive salary and the following benefits:
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, rising with length of service (up to 30 days)
- Additional birthday leave
- Optional one day per week home working
- Free parking on-site
- Annual practising certificate paid
- Training, webinars and genuine career progression support
- Regular staff social events and breakfast clubs
- Workplace pension and free eye tests
This is a meaningful, client-facing role where you will have the support to develop your skills further while working within a grounded, approachable team.
Please call Justine now on 0161 914 7357 for a confidential and informal discussion or please email your CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Liverpool,England
Start: 02/01/2026
Salary / Rate: Competitive
Posted: 2026-01-02 08:54:10
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Are you looking to grow your career in Court of Protection law within a truly supportive, forward-thinking environment?
If yes, then our clients offering a fantastic opportunity for a Court of Protection Solicitor or Legal Executive with 1-4 years experience) to join a highly respected team specialising in high-value and complex Property & Affairs matters.
Whether you're currently in a specialist COP team or handling a mixed Private Client/COP caseload or even working within a Local Authority wed love to hear from you.
In this position youll:
- Manage your own Property & Affairs caseload, with support from experienced Case Workers, Trainee Solicitors and Paralegals
- Work under the guidance of a specialist COP Director, with structured mentoring and development
- Collaborate on complex and contested matters involving jurisdictional issues and financial abuse investigations
- Gain daily exposure to sensitive, high-impact cases involving individuals with acquired brain injuries, dementia, and other capacity-limiting conditions
With this opportunity you will:
- Learn from leading specialists, including a nationally recognised OPG panel deputy
- Access clear routes for advancement and specialism
- Build expertise in high-value, sensitive and contested Court of Protection cases
This leading law firm offers:
- A minimum of 2 days a week in the office, with more if preferred
- Full support to get set up for successful home working (IT and furniture provided)
- Initial full-time office attendance for a smooth onboarding experience
They also offer market-leading benefits that include:
- 25 days holiday + additional time off at Christmas
- Private healthcare after 3 months
- Life insurance (3x salary)
- Contributory pension scheme
- Subsidised gym membership
- Annual bonus for firm performance and personal time target achievement
- Attendance bonus
- Long service bonuses at 5, 10, and 15 years
- Home office setup support (IT equipment & furniture)
Were keen to speak with those who have 14 years experience in Court of Protection/Property & Affairs work, whether pre- or post-qualification.
If you have experience with any of the following, youll fit right in:
- Professional Deputyship (including high-value cases)
- Court of Protection applications
- Contested matters and counsel instructions
- Financial abuse investigations
- Knowledge of care funding options and welfare issues
- Familiarity with LPAs, lay deputyship, and DoLS
Ready to step into a role where your development is as important as the work you do?
Apply today and join a firm where people stay, grow, and make a real difference. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Salford,England
Start: 02/01/2026
Salary / Rate: Excellent package & hybrid
Posted: 2026-01-02 08:54:04
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A dedicated Private Client Assistant is sought to join a growing Private Client department at our clients Frodsham office.
This role involves collaboration with a dynamic team on a diverse range of private client matters, including Will Drafting, Probate/Estate Administration, Tax Advice, Trust Administration, Powers of Attorney, and Court of Protection/Deputyship cases.
With a raft of benefits above and beyond the usual, including enhanced holiday provision, a generous pension AND life insurance scheme, this is a great opportunity for an experienced Private Client Legal Assistant or Paralegal to join this team.
As a key member of the team, the Private Client Assistant will be responsible for:
- Opening new files and sending out Client Care letters, along with Terms and Conditions.
- Preparing correspondence and documents using audio typing and word processing.
- Drafting various legal documents to support solicitors.
- Coordinating all necessary copying tasks.
- Managing appointments, meetings, and maintaining an up-to-date diary for fee earners.
- Engaging professionally and amicably with clients through in-person meetings and phone conversations, exemplifying exceptional client care standards.
- Accurately preparing invoices and completion statements, submitting them to both the Accounts Department and clients.
- Precisely recording all remitted and received funds by completing posting slips and preparing payment requests.
- Organising mail and enclosures for prompt posting.
- Keeping the file management system meticulously up-to-date throughout each case.
- Ensuring timely and accurate archiving or retrieval of files as necessary.
- Providing invaluable support to fellow assistants as needed.
- Offering guidance and assistance to the reception team when required.
- Actively participating in specialised training sessions, taking ownership of self-development.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient IT and typing skills.
- Previous experience in a similar role or within a professional or legal environment is preferable.
I look forward to your application for this great role, however if youd prefer a confidential and informal discussion about the role, please call Justine on 0161 914 7357 or forward your most recent CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Frodsham,England
Start: 02/01/2026
Salary / Rate: Competitive
Posted: 2026-01-02 08:52:05
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We are currently recruiting for this exciting opportunity on behalf of our client, who have been an established firm in the Wigan area for a number of years. With a strong local reputation, they pride themselves on continual repeat business, which has lead to substantial growth over recent years. Passionate about what they do, they seek to employ people of the same ethos dedicated & passionate!
Reporting to the Private Client Partner, the successful applicant will be joining a well-established team focusing within the area of Private Client due to an increased workload within the department. You will interact with clients, assisting or managing your own caseload depending upon experience and have the ability to demonstrate specific experience across the Private Client area.
You could be a Senior Paralegal, Fee Earner or a qualified Solicitor so therefore will be able to hit the ground running in a busy role and team.
This is a full-time permanent position which offers hybrid working after your probation period and is a great opportunity to joining a growing team within a firm that truly value their employees development and want to provide a long and rewarding career. On offer is a competitive starting salary relative to experience and you will be rewarded with some great benefits including free parking, hybrid working and medicash scheme. If you would like to apply for this great opportunity, please forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk or call Justine on 0161 914 7357 for an informal discussion.
Clayton Legal recruits for law firms and In House departments across the UK.
Based in the North West, our pedigree and service levels give those looking to move in the legal market, and law firms looking to recruit a refreshingly different recruitment experience.
You will work with experienced professionals, dedicated to your success.
Take a look at our web site www.clayton-legal.co.uk for our latest blogs and legal news and to keep up to date with current vacancies. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Wigan,England
Start: 02/01/2026
Salary / Rate: £27000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-02 08:52:04
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Our client is seeking a talented Family Associate Solicitor (3+ PQE) to join their highly regarded Liverpool team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to handle a broad caseload of high-quality family work including high net-worth divorce, financial remedy, pre/post nuptial agreements, and children matters while developing your career within a supportive, ambitious, and nationally recognised department.
Whats on offer:
- Competitive salary & benefits, including 25+ days holiday, hybrid working, private medical insurance & income protection
- Clear career progression with an annual promotions process
- A close-knit office environment with the backing of a leading national Family practice
- Involvement in marketing, business development, and mentoring junior colleagues
- A positive culture with early finishes, social events & wellbeing initiatives
What were looking for:
- A qualified Solicitor with 3+ years PQE in Family law
- Experience in divorce/financial remedy, nuptial agreements & privately funded children work
- Strong client care, organisation & business development skills
If youre ambitious, client-focused, and looking to progress your Family law career in a forward-thinking firm, wed would love to hear from you. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Liverpool,England
Start: 02/01/2026
Salary / Rate: Excellent bens incl. hybrid/above average hols/private medical etc
Posted: 2026-01-02 08:51:03
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An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Residential Conveyancing Solicitor, CILEX or CLC within the Property Department based in the Stratford Upon Avon Office.
Salary up to 50k.
Responsibilities:
· Undertake residential conveyancing work on behalf of clients of the Firm
· Supervising and managing other Fee Earners and administration staff within the Firms structure and other staff as necessary
· Dealing with clients, intermediaries and HM Land Registry etc.
both in person and over the telephone
· File management to the standards defined by the Firm
· Ensure budgets are managed and met
· Undertake file audits within the team
· Pro-active business development of self and Firm
· Undertake any reasonable instructions given by management within the limits of this employment description
· Undertake continuing competency training to include compulsory CQS training
· Supporting and reporting to the Head of Conveyancing
Skills and Experience
· Qualified Solicitor, CILEX or CLC, with a minimum of 3 years residential conveyancing experience in sales, purchases, TOE, shared ownership and leasehold
· Excellent interpersonal skills
· Business development skills
· Good organisation and administration skills
· Ability to be a team player
· A sound knowledge of conveyancing procedures, CQS Protocol and Anti-Money Laundering legislation
· Experience of Lexcel standard is desirable
· Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Case Management Systems experience of using Tikit is desirable
· You may be required to work at the other offices of the Firm from time to time be as required by the management
· Driving license and use of own vehicle essential
If you are interested in the above Conveyancing role, please call Sam on 01213681833 or forward your most recent CV to s.oliver@clayton-legal.co.uk.
Clayton Legal recruits for law firms and in house departments across the UK.
Our pedigree and service levels give those looking to move in the legal market and law firms looking to recruit a refreshingly different recruitment experience.
You will work with experienced professionals, dedicated to your success.
Take a look at our website www.clayton-legal.co.uk for our latest blogs and legal news and to keep up to date with current vacancies. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: StratforduponAvon,England
Start: 22/12/2025
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £50000 per annum
Posted: 2025-12-22 09:03:04
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Job Title: Conveyancing Solicitor/Licensed Conveyancer
Salary: £40,000 to £50,000
Location: Cheshire
My client who is a highly reputable firm based just outside of Warrington is seeking a qualified Conveyancer to join their structured, experienced property team due continued growth.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a candidate to be a part of a forward thinking, dynamic team, where client care is a priority.
They are seeking a candidate who is CLC qualified or SRA qualified who holds at least 3 years conveyancing fee earning experience.
You will be confident in managing a varied caseload consisting of sale, purchase, freehold, leasehold, remortgages and transfer of equity cases from start to finish.
The firm have an experienced support team including an onboarding assistant.
The role
This is a full time, permanent position and the client will offer a salary of up to £50,000 for the right candidate, alongside a pool of benefits including:
- Flexible working.
- After an initial settling in period, you can work 2 days from home.
- You will be surrounded by an experienced team.
You would be walking into the role with a caseload of 60-70 conveyancing files and building them up to around 80 files once you are more settled in the role.
If you are seeking a new opportunity and this role sounds of interest to you, please get in contact with myself on 0151 2301 208 or e-mail r.davies@clayton-legal.co.uk and we can arrange a call and discuss the role in more detail. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Stockton Heath,England
Start: 21/12/2025
Salary / Rate: £40000 - £50000 per annum
Posted: 2025-12-21 20:14:04
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Assistant Solicitor / Legal Executive / Litigation Executive (Grade C or above)
Civil Liberties Department Post Office Team
Manchester
Salary Highly Competitive
About the Role:
My client is looking for a passionate and driven Assistant Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Litigation Executive (Grade C or above) to join a nationally recognised Civil Liberties team.
You will be working on one of the most important legal cases in recent history representing clients in civil claims arising from the Post Office Horizon IT scandal.
This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work alongside experienced senior fee earners on high-profile and complex litigation, contributing to one of the biggest miscarriages of justice cases in the UK.
You will be supported, developed, and encouraged to progress while gaining exposure to work that is both challenging and rewarding.
What Youll Be Doing
- Assisting senior fee earners with managing civil actions from start to finish.
- Liaising with clients, counsel, defendants, and other parties.
- Reviewing and organising documentation and evidence.
- Supporting the preparation of complex schedules of loss and forensic loss analysis.
- Helping obtain, review, and interpret expert medical and accountancy evidence.
- Progressing cases efficiently within legal frameworks while maintaining client confidence.
- Drafting letters of claim, witness statements, and other legal documents.
- Contributing to the development of junior colleagues in the team.
- Upholding departmental protocols, internal procedures, and compliance standards.
- Supporting business development and promoting the departments work.
What Theyre Looking For:
- Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or experienced Litigation Executive (Grade C or above).
- Strong attention to detail and excellent drafting skills.
- Experience in claim quantification, forensic loss work, and preparing complex schedules of loss.
- Knowledge or willingness to develop expertise in Post Office Horizon claims.
- Ability to scrutinise and fact-check evidence with a methodical approach.
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Outstanding client care skills, with sensitivity towards vulnerable clients.
- Litigation experience is desirable but not essential.
- A proactive and positive attitude, with a genuine interest in career development and progression.
Whats on Offer:
- Highly competitive salary with bonus opportunities.
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
- Comprehensive wellbeing initiatives.
- Enhanced family-friendly leave policies.
- Life insurance and referral programme.
- Supportive, approachable, and collaborative working environment.
- Clear commitment to professional development and career progression.
Why Apply?
This is a rare opportunity to join a specialist team at the forefront of a nationally significant legal case.
Youll work on life-changing claims alongside leading experts in the field, in a firm that genuinely values its people, clients, and community.
Please send updated CVs to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk or call Chris on 0161 914 7357 to discuss the role further. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Manchester,England
Start: 19/12/2025
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £43000 per annum
Posted: 2025-12-19 11:19:37