Family Associate Solicitor

CompanySimpson Judge

LocationCity Of Bristol, England, United Kingdom

Posted At12/3/2025

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Description

Family Associate

Location: Bristol - flexible hybrid

Salary: £80-95,000 DOE

OVERVIEW

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a skilled Family Associate to join a highly reputable regional Legal 500 law firm with a strong presence across the South West. The firm is known for its supportive, modern, and people-focused culture.

You will be joining a specialist family team that handles a broad range of complex work, including both legally aided and privately funded matters. The firm champions flexibility, professional development, and great work-life balance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage your own caseload of family law matters with a particular focus on Private Law Children and Domestic Abuse cases (including legal aid work).
Handle a varied caseload that may include divorce, separation, financial matters, cohabitation issues, and protective injunctions.
Conduct your own advocacy where appropriate.
Work closely with colleagues across the wider family and litigation departments.
Contribute to the ongoing development of the department through marketing, networking, and thought leadership.

ABOUT YOU

Qualified Solicitor, ideally 3-5 PQE+ (but all experienced candidates considered).
Experience in Private Law Children and Domestic Abuse matters is essential, including legal aid casework.
Wider experience across divorce, finances, and cohabitation disputes is desirable.
Advocacy experience welcomed but not essential.
Membership of Resolution or other relevant accreditation’s an advantage.
Compassionate, client-focused, and confident in managing sensitive matters.
Keen to contribute to team growth and departmental development.

WHAT’S ON OFFER

Competitive salary
Hybrid working with excellent flexibility
25 days’ annual leave plus 1.5 days extra over the festive period
Ability to buy or sell up to 1 week of leave each year
Health Care Cash Plan – money back on optical, dental & alternative therapies
Life Assurance at 4x salary from day one
Pension scheme with matched contributions (salary sacrifice)
Enhanced family leave policies
Discretionary profit and performance-related bonus
Season ticket loan (up to £10,000)
Staff referral bonuses (including recruitment and client referrals)
Discounted conveyancing fees

Apply or contact Samanta for a confidential conversation;

E: Samanta.rimicane@simpsonjudge.co.uk

P: 07879490799