Family Partner
Location
Manchester
Salary
£90000-110000 per annum
Sector
Private Practice
Type
Permanent Role
Practice Area
Family
Reference
JRW2102T
Our client is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to join their highly regarded Family team as a Partner in Manchester. The role offers the chance to work on a broad range of family law matters, including divorce, financial settlements, child custody and cohabitation disputes. You will work closely with the Head of Department to help drive the growth and long-term success of the team.
The Role
As a Family Partner, you will oversee a caseload of complex family law matters while also playing a key role in business development and client relationship management. You will contribute strategically to the departments development, mentor junior colleagues, and use your established network to build the firms profile. The package includes a highly competitive salary, performance-based bonus, and genuine opportunities for career progression.
About You
You will be a senior Family Solicitor with proven experience across divorce, financial remedy and children matters. Strong business development skills and an established Manchester network are essential. The role is ideal for ambitious lawyers ready to step into partnership, or existing partners seeking a platform that offers more autonomy and growth.
Next Steps
If this Family Partner role in Manchester sounds of interest, please apply through the advert or contact Joe Rees at Thornton Legal directly on 07903 222 898 or joe@thorntonlegal.co.uk. PQE and salary levels are provided for guidance only.
Family Partner Manchester - Frequently Asked Questions
What salary can a Family Partner in Manchester expect?
According to Thornton Legals 2025 Salary Survey, Family Partners in Manchester typically earn £90,000-£120,000+, with equity partners often exceeding this based on client following and team performance.
What type of work will I handle as a Family Partner?
You will manage high-value family law cases including divorce, child arrangements, financial settlements, cohabitation disputes and pre/post-nuptial agreements, while helping to grow the team strategically.
What are the career prospects for Family Partners in Manchester?
This role offers immediate partnership, clear influence on departmental strategy, and a transparent route towards equity. Manchester remains a highly competitive family law market, offering excellent long-term progression for ambitious partners.
About Thornton Legal
Thornton Legal is a specialist legal recruitment agency working with top law firms across Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool and the wider North West and West Yorkshire regions. We connect solicitors and lawyers with leading national, regional and boutique firms across practice areas including family law, private client, litigation, property, corporate and employment.
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