What is the average salary for a family & matrimonial solicitor in Sussex?

A newly qualified family & matrimonial solicitor in Sussex earns around £46,500 at a mid-size firm. At 4–5 PQE, average salaries rise to around £63,000.

Family & Matrimonial Jobs in Sussex

There are 55 regulated family & matrimonial law firms in Sussex registered with the Solicitors Regulation Authority. This page lists the firms, regional salary benchmarks, and open roles.

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Salary Benchmarks

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Based on LawBoard market benchmarking data for Sussex. These are regional averages, not specific to any individual firm.

Boutique / High Street Firm

NQ Solicitor (0–1 PQE)£43,500

£35,000 – £52,500

Mid-level (4–5 PQE)£58,000

£46,000 – £70,500

Senior (8–15 PQE)£77,500

£60,000 – £102,000

Mid-size Firm

NQ Solicitor (0–1 PQE)£46,500

£39,000 – £56,500

Mid-level (4–5 PQE)£63,000

£51,500 – £75,500

Senior (8–15 PQE)£87,500

£68,000 – £114,500

Non-qualified roles

These are regional averages, not specific to any individual firm.

Paralegal

Entry level (0–1 yrs)£27,000

£25,500 – £29,000

3–5 years£30,500

£28,000 – £33,500

5+ years£33,000

£30,000 – £37,000

Legal Secretary / PA

Entry level (0–1 yrs)£25,500

£24,500 – £27,000

3–5 years£27,500

£25,500 – £29,500

5+ years£29,500

£27,000 – £33,000

Family & Matrimonial Firms in Sussex

These firms are registered with the SRA for family & matrimonial in Sussex. Listings are based on regulatory data, not advertising.

Acumen Law Limited

Also known as Acumen Business Law, Acumen People

Hove

Adams & Remers LLP

Lewes

Anthony Morris Limited

Also known as Anthony Morris Solicitors (practising Style of Anthony Morris Limited)

Crawley

Arlingsworth Solicitors Ltd

Brighton

Astburys

Lewes

Barry & Co

Pevensey

Barwells Legal Limited

Eastbourne

Bennett Griffin LLP

Worthing

Bennett Oakley Limited

Burgess Hill

Bes Legal Limited

Lancing

Burt Brill & Cardens Limited

Brighton

Carr Solicitors Ltd

Also known as Adsan Carr Limited

Selsey

Chamberlain Martin Solicitors

Littlehampton

Chichester Family Law Practice

Chichester

Coole Bevis LLP

Worthing

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many family & matrimonial law firms are there in Sussex?

There are 55 regulated family & matrimonial law firms in Sussex on the SRA register. This figure is updated periodically as the register changes.

What salary can I expect as a family & matrimonial solicitor in Sussex?

Newly qualified family & matrimonial solicitors in Sussex typically earn between £39,000 and £56,500, with a mid-point around £46,500. At 4–5 PQE, salaries range from £51,500 to £75,500.

Where does LawBoard firm data come from?

Firm listings are sourced from the Solicitors Regulation Authority register, which lists all authorised law firms in England and Wales. Data is updated periodically.

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Firm data sourced from the Solicitors Regulation Authority register. Salary benchmarks are regional estimates for guidance only. Recruitment support available via RecQuest.