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Family Supervising Solicitor (Nationwide)

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Job Ref #15164
We are now looking for Supervising Solicitors nationwide.

NLS is a well-established law firm looking to grow our teams in the future, we have a strong commitment to providing high-quality legal aid services to vulnerable clients.  Our Family Panel Supervisors and Solicitors are dedicated to supporting individuals though some of the most challenging periods of their lives, delivering expert legal advice with professionalism, empathy and integrity.

We are always looking for experienced Supervising Solicitors as we grow to join our busy Family department.  This role is ideal for a solicitor with a Family Panel Accreditation and experience in managing a varied load of family cases and are looking to play a key role in maintaining and developing a high-quality practice.

The Role

  • Supervise and support solicitors, trainees, paralegals and legal assistants within your team
  • Maintain a personal caseload of Family matters including:
    • Private law children matter
    • Domestic abuse cases
    • NMO / PSO / OOO
    • Divorce & Finance (not essential)
  • Provide technical guidance and mentoring to team members
  • Conduct files reviews and ensure quality assurance procedures are followed
  • Maintain excellent client care standards and professional conduct

 

Requirements  

  • Qualified solicitor in England & Wales
  • Family Panel Accreditation – or working towards
  • Legal Aid experience essential
  • Experience of mentoring and or managing junior staff
  • Strong advocacy, case management and client care skills
  • Excellent knowledge of the Legal Aid Agency procedures and compliance requirements
  • Ability to manage a demanding caseload while supporting a team

National Legal Service is an ambitious legal firm within forward thinking environment, and we are looking for like-minded people to join our growing firm.

We are a modern, client focused firm known for our collaborative culture, high standards and commitment to innovation. Our team brings together diverse perspectives and experiences, creating an environment where ideas are valued and people can perform at their best.

NLS is also committed to fostering a workplace that is inclusive, respectful, and reflective of the diverse communities we serve. We actively promote equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds.

If you wish to register your interest in working with NLS please submit your CV and we will keep you informed of any new vacancies that arise. We will retain your details on file for 12 months in regulation of the GDPR.

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A lot of firms I’ve worked for talked about ‘playing hard and working hard’ and this normally translated to no work/life balance. NLS is an employee centric responsible and mature employer that believes in ‘developing & nurturing hard’. You are important to your management team, your wellbeing is paramount. Do the best for your clients and NLS will do it’s best for you.
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It's a great place to work with lots of opportunities for progression. I also work with a fantastic team of people who are passionate about what they do. The company is growing and the future is full of great opportunities. If you are looking for a rewarding career in family law, NLS is a great place to be.
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As cliché as this may sound, National Legal Service Solicitors is a great company to work for. Their ethos & support for their employees nationally, is commendable. Their success story speaks volumes and this is all down to great management and teams working together as a family.
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It has been a fresh challenge, working with other committed supervisors, and a great team. We have worked hard to achieve protection for many women and men. There are frequent problems to overcome which make the job more interesting and provide fresh challenges. We work hard for our clients and the team as a whole.
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Who We Are

A leading Family, Child Care and Domestic Abuse firm conducting both private and legal aid work to diverse client base. From humble beginnings in Aldgate we now operate across 20 offices nationwide and are the largest legal aid provider for domestic abuse cases in England

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Our Strengths

90% of our clients say they would recommend us. We aim to change each client’s life for the better, assisting with family disputes and legal problems which may be beyond the reach of legal professionals who are not experienced in this complex and specialised arena.