Family & Matrimonial Solicitor - Hybrid Working

<p><p><strong>Family & Matrimonial Solicitor Newtownards </strong> </p><p><br></p><p>We are currently working with a progressive and highly regarded Northern Ireland law firm that is seeking to appoint a Family & Matrimonial Solicitor (3+ PQE) to join its expanding specialist family law team based in County Down. </p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious solicitor to join a well-established practice with a strong reputation for high-quality private family law work across Northern Ireland, including complex matrimonial finance and children matters. </p><p><strong>The Role </strong> </p><p>The successful candidate will handle a varied caseload of privately funded family and matrimonial matters, including: </p><ul><li>Separation and divorce </li><li>Financial settlements and ancillary relief </li><li>Children Order proceedings and custody disputes </li><li>Domestic violence matters </li><li>Civil partnership disputes </li><li>Cohabitation, pre- and post-nuptial agreements </li><li>Complex financial cases involving pensions, trusts, businesses, farms and inherited assets </li><li>Collaborative settlements and negotiated resolutions </li><li>Cases with cross-jurisdictional or international elements </li> </ul><p>The role offers exposure to high-quality and often complex work, with the opportunity to work alongside experienced specialists in this area. </p><p><strong>Ideal Candidate </strong> </p><ul><li>Qualified Solicitor in Northern Ireland with 3+ years PQE </li><li>Strong experience in family and matrimonial law </li><li>Ability to manage files independently from instruction to conclusion </li><li>Excellent client care and interpersonal skills </li><li>Strong advocacy and negotiation abilities </li><li>Experience dealing with privately funded matters </li><li>A sensitive, practical and commercially minded approach </li> </ul><p>Experience in complex financial remedy work and children matters would be particularly advantageous. </p><p><strong>The Opportunity </strong> </p><ul><li>Join a respected and growing specialist family law team </li><li>High-quality privately funded caseload </li><li>Supportive and collaborative working environment </li><li>Strong long-term career progression prospects </li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience </li><li>Flexible and modern working culture </li> </ul><p>This opportunity would particularly suit a solicitor seeking to further develop their career within a progressive regional firm known for its specialist expertise and strong reputation in family and matrimonial law across Northern Ireland. </p> </p><br/><p>WHJS1_NI </p>