Family Solicitor

Family Solicitor/Legal Executive

Family Law

Taunton, Somerset (Hybrid Working)

This highly regarded specialist family law firm in Taunton is expanding and now seeks a talented lawyer to join its growing team. This is an exceptional opportunity for someone who wants to work in a forward-thinking, supportive environment that values quality work, flexibility and professional development.

Why join this firm?

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• Work within a renowned, family law–only practice with a strong reputation across Somerset, the South West and beyond
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• Be part of a progressive, learning-focused culture that encourages innovation and continuous improvement
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• Enjoy a competitive salary, generous benefits package and hybrid working options to include part time and or compressed hours
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The role – what you’ll be doing

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• Manage a high-quality, privately funded family law caseload covering divorce, financial settlements and children matters
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• Inherit an existing caseload from day one, with ongoing support and training available.
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• If you wish: Supervise and mentor junior lawyers and paralegals within the department (if this does not interest you, no problem)
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What you’ll need

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• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with a minimum of 2 years’ PQE in family law
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• Confident in running your own caseload independently
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• Strong communication and client-care skills
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Benefits and rewards

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• Highly competitive salary based on experience
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• Company pension scheme and annual performance bonus
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• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements (office/home split, part time and compressed hours available)
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• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and firm wide Christmas closure
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• Ongoing training and professional development, including support for Resolution membership if appropriate
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• Vibrant social culture – regular events, book club, choir and more
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• Work within a supportive, specialist team that genuinely values work-life balance
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Next steps

If you’re ready to join a respected, specialist family law firm in Taunton and want to progress your career in a flexible, people-focused environment — click “apply now” or contact Paul Norman at G2 Legal for a confidential discussion about this and other family law roles across the South West.

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