Child Care Solicitor

Carlisle Office, Full-time

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established firm of experienced Lawyers with an enviable reputation. We are seeking a specialist Child Care solicitor, preferably with panel membership, but not essential for our Family department who will undertake a caseload of public law children matters.

Job Description

Our Family department currently deals with all areas of Family Law. We act for parents in all areas of public law children matters from pre-proceedings/PLO to care proceedings. We also deal with applications under the Family Law Act, both Legal Aid and privately funded.

Our ideal candidate would have at least 3-5 years PQE with significant experience in managing a caseload primarily focused on public law children cases, alongside some private law children cases.

The candidate should have sufficient experience to work confidently and independently with minimal supervision. Additionally, the successful candidate will have good interpersonal and IT skills, and the ability to work as part of a small but friendly team.

Additional Information

• £ Competitive Salary based on experience.
• Flexible working to be considered after a probationary period.
• Secretarial and administrative support will be available.
• Location: Predominantly Carlisle but expected to commute between our office on West Cumbria when the need arises.
• This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established firm of experienced Lawyers with a good reputation.

Please email your CV and covering letter to: Eileen Longcake, el@bendlessolicitors.co.uk                

Senior Residential Conveyancer

Full time, Carlisle

Senior Residential Conveyancer

£ Competitive Salary based on experience.

An opportunity exists in the Carlisle office to join a very experienced firm wide team. This is a full-timepermanent role.

Firm

Bendles LLP is a high street firm with offices throughout Cumbria located within easy reach of the Lake District and Scotland.

The Role

You will manage property transactions from instruction to completion and will advise clients on the legal aspects of buying or selling their property. You will liaise with solicitors, estate agents, mortgage lenders and government agencies. The ideal candidate will have experience as a conveyancer and a proven ability to handle a diverse caseload autonomously.

About You

You will be expected to have: 

Minimum Requirements

What’s on offer to you?

Salary on offer for this role is dependent on experience with 5 weeks holidays plus bank holidays.

If you would like to apply for this role, please send your cv to: el@bendlessolicitors.co.uk

Commercial / Agricultural Solicitor

Full time, Carlisle

This is an exciting opportunity to handle a challenging caseload within our busy Property Department.

• You’ll join an efficient, busy and friendly team and handle an exciting and varied caseload of matters.
• The position is a full-time position, however, we would consider part-time working for the right applicant.
• The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 2 years plus PQE, with a motivated and ambitious outlook and a solid grounding in property. 
• You will have a strong client focus and a commitment to providing high levels of service, building and developing client relationships.
• You will be a strong communicator, who is well-organised and has excellent attention to detail and planning skills.
• Salary is dependent upon your level of experience and background.

We would be very keen to hear from you as soon as possible. Please apply with a covering letter and your CV to el@bendlessolicitors.co.uk

Family Solicitor

Full-time, Carlisle

This Family Solicitor role offers an excellent opportunity to progress within the department/firm. If you’re enthusiastic about honing your skills and tackling fresh opportunities, this role could be an ideal match for you.

Bendles LLP is a high street firm with offices in Cumbria located within easy reach of the Lake District and Scotland. We are seeking a dynamic and committed Family Solicitor to join a close-knit team. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven solicitor to take a leading role in the family department.

The Role

This opportunity is for a solicitor with expertise covering all aspects of Family Law, specifically divorce, financial and high net worth matters.  Being part of the Law Society Family Law Accreditation scheme would be an advantage as would being an accredited Specialist member of Resolution with specialism in complex financial remedies and pension.

You will be expected to:

• Manage your own caseload of a range of family matters including but not limited to Divorce, financial applications from start to finish, including drafting legal documents and attending court hearings
• Negotiating settlements and agreements for clients
• Building and maintaining positive professional relationships with clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders
• A good understanding of business development
• Work towards and meeting chargeable and billing targets
• Any prior experience with managing and mentoring a team would be advantageous.

Minimum Requirements

• Solicitor or CILEX qualified
• Demonstrated track record of meeting chargeable and billing targets
• Possess business acumen and a proactive approach to networking
• Resilient attitude with an openness to adapt to change

What’s on offer to you?

Salary of on offer for this role is dependent on experience with 28 days holidays + Bank Holidays.

• Onboarding and induction process
• Company pension scheme
• Engaging activities include staff refreshments, social events, and an opportunity to participate in charitable sponsorships
• Clear career pathway outlined
• Flexibility with working arrangements

If you would like to apply for this role, please send your cv to , el@bendlessolicitors.co.uk

Residential Conveyancer

Full-time, Whitehaven

An opportunity exists in the Whitehaven office to join a very experienced firm wide team. This is a full-time permanent role.

Firm

Bendles LLP is a high street firm with offices throughout Cumbria located within easy reach of the Lake District and Scotland.

The Role

You will manage property transactions from instruction to completion and will advise clients on the legal aspects of buying or selling their property. You will liaise with solicitors, estate agents, mortgage lenders and government agencies. The ideal candidate will have experience as a conveyancer and a proven ability to handle a diverse caseload autonomously.

About You

You will be expected to have: 

Minimum Requirements

What’s on offer to you?

Salary on offer for this role is dependent on experience with 5 weeks holidays plus bank holidays.

If you would like to apply for this role, please send your cv to: el@bendlessolicitors.co.uk

Private Client Solicitor

Full-time, Whitehaven

An opportunity exists in the Whitehaven Office to join a very experienced firm wide team. This is a full-timepermanent role but part time would be considered.

Firm

Bendles LLP is a high street firm with offices throughout Cumbria located within easy reach of the Lake District and Scotland.

The Role

Our Private Client team is dedicated to providing expertise by tailoring advice to individuals and families, to build lasting relationships across generations. We are seeking a skilled an experienced individual with a proven ability to handle a diverse caseload autonomously. This will primarily involve preparing and advising on Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA), with additional responsibilities in private trust work and other related areas.

About You

You will be expected to: 

Minimum Requirements

Desirable

What’s on offer to you?

Salary of on offer for this role is dependent on experience with 5 weeks holidays plus bank holidays.

If you would like to apply for this role, please send your cv to: el@bendlessolicitors.co.uk