Family Associate in Exeter

About Porter Dodson

Porter Dodson is an award-winning Top 200 UK Law Firm, providing commercial and private legal services to individuals and businesses across Somerset, Devon and Dorset.

We're proud of a regional presence that gives clients the local connections and friendly in-person service they love.

Being embedded in our local communities and market sectors gives our clients a superb service grounded in the real world.

What makes Porter Dodson a great place to work is our people and our culture.

Our team are the lifeblood of the firm, and we are fully committed to ensuring our team are motivated, well cared for, and fulfilling their potential at work.

Our people are our priority, which is why we have such excellent staff retention rates and how we have sustained a gold accreditation from Investors in People since 2016.

The Role

We have a unique opportunity for an experienced solicitor to join our highly successful and friendly Family team in our Exeter office.

You will play a key role in supporting and providing expert advice to clients on all elements of family law matters and will have proven expertise in handling high-value and complex matrimonial finance issues, divorce, and prenuptial agreements.

You will also have the opportunity to be involved in all things business development whilst having the support of a dedicated and efficient team.

In addition to your family law expertise, we are looking for a team player who values every member of the team and wider firm and their contribution to the success of Porter Dodson.

We have a unique offering at PD where we have the benefit of being a larger firm but pride ourselves on having maintained the flexibility, collaborative nature and welcoming environment of a smaller firm.

About You

Joining our reputable family department, this role would best suit someone who is pro-active, and enthusiastic, with exceptional interpersonal skills with significant experience practicing family law from complex matrimonial issues and finances in divorce.

This role would suit someone with a minimum of 5 years’ post qualification experience.

Porter Dodson can offer a tailored approach to your career path where you can really make it your own.

This role is an excellent platform for you to continue to build on your success in an environment where your expertise is valued.

The Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, you will also get:

• Flexible Working
• 30 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays
• Extra Day of Holiday for your Birthday
• Private Healthcare
• Pension Scheme(s)
• Life Assurance
• Eye Tests
• Flu Jabs
• Corporate Gym Membership Discounts
• Legal Support
• Opportunities to get involved with charity fundraising, sports teams and office socials