Children Law Solicitor - Family Department

Bindmans LLP is an award-winning, multidisciplinary law firm with an outstanding track record. We provide a broad range of specialist legal services to a diverse client base, including medium-sized businesses, NGOs, public figures, and private individuals. Recognised as a top-tier firm by legal directories, we are proud to be home to some of the most talented solicitors in the country.

Our Family department is a well-established and respected team, advising on the full spectrum of family law, with expertise in public and private children law, adoption, abduction, family finance and international matters.

Overview of key responsibilities

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Family Children Law Solicitor to join our Central London office. Reporting to the Head of the Family Department, the successful candidate will:

Manage an active caseload encompassing a wide range of private and public children law matters.
Supervise junior solicitors and team members.
Demonstrate strong knowledge of the legal aid scheme and family law practice.

skills/knowledge requirements

Essential:

At least 8 years’ PQE (or equivalent experience) in children and family law.
Children Law Accreditation Panel membership (essential)
Accredited specialist in both private and public children law through Resolution (preferred).
Advanced accreditation in Family Law from the Law Society (preferred).
Experience in cross-border child abduction matters and membership of the International Child Abduction and Contact Unit (ICACU) (desirable).
Comprehensive knowledge of Legal Aid regulations and procedures (essential).
Strong client care skills and a proactive, collaborative working style.
Commitment to high professional standards and team development

Desirable:

Broad experience across all areas of family law.
Experience in abduction law.

Equal Opportunities and Diversity

Bindmans LLP is an equal opportunities employer, committed to increasing diversity in our firm and our wider profession. Applications from candidates who are BME, have a disability or who are from a less privileged background are particularly encouraged.

How to apply

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details about the role.

If you are interested in applying, please complte the attached Recruitment Pack. Completed Recruitment Packs should be emailed to: recruitment@bindmans.com, quoting the vacany reference number.

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