Family Law Solicitor

Family Law Solicitor

Fully Remote

As a Family Law Solicitor, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

Client Interaction: Provide clear, professional, and empathetic advice to clients in family law matters including divorce, child custody, domestic violence, maintenance, and property settlements.
Drafting Legal Documents: Prepare legal documents such as affidavits, applications, consent orders, and settlement agreements.
Legal Research: Conduct in-depth legal research and keep up-to-date with developments in family law and relevant case law.
Collaboration: Work closely with the admin support team and the supervising solicitor to ensure smooth and effective case management.
Compliance: Ensure compliance with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements under Irish law.
Client Management: Maintain strong client relationships and provide high-quality, client-focused service.
Qualifications:

Essential:
Fully qualified Solicitor in Ireland with at least 2 years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) in family law.
Proven experience in managing District Court and Circuit Court family law matters.
Strong knowledge of Irish family law, including divorce, judicial separation, cohabitation, child custody, access, guardianship and maintenance and domestic violence cases.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work independently and remotely with minimal supervision.
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and time management skills.
Strong research skills and the ability to stay updated with developments in family law.
Desirable:
Experience in negotiating and drafting family law agreements and orders.
Familiarity with court filings and document management systems.
Experience working remotely in a similar role.
Benefits:

Remote Working: Work from home, with flexible working hours.
Supportive Environment: Be part of a supportive team, with administrative and legal assistance to help you perform your duties efficiently.
Work-Life Balance: The role is part-time (20 hours per week)
Competitive Salary: A salary of €30,000 per annum for 20 hours per week, with potential for adjustment based on experience.
Career Growth: Opportunity to further develop your skills and experience in family law while working remotely with full support.
Professional Development: Access to resources for continuous professional development and training as needed.
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: €30,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 20 per week

Additional pay:

Overtime pay
Benefits:

Work from home
Schedule:

Flexitime
Monday to Friday
Education:

Bachelor’s (preferred)
Experience:

PQE in Family Law: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Licence to practice law in Ireland (required)
Work Location: Remote

Expected start date: 02/06/2025