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Head of Family Law Department
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Leicester, United Kingdom
Location
Leicester
Posted
June 28, 2026
Commute
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Job Description
We are working with a well-established and highly regarded law firm based in Leicester City Centre that is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to lead and develop its Family Law Department. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven and ambitious solicitor with a minimum of 4 years' PQE who is looking to take the next step into a leadership position or is already operating at a senior level. The successful candidate will oversee a varied caseload of privately funded and legal aid family matters whilst playing a key role in the strategic growth and development of the department. The firm offers genuine autonomy, strong support from senior management, and the opportunity to shape the future direction of an expanding family law practice. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the Family Law Department. Handle a varied caseload of family law matters, including: Divorce and separation. Financial remedy proceedings. Private children matters. Public law children proceedings. Domestic abu...