What is the average salary for a social welfare solicitor in Kent?

A newly qualified social welfare solicitor in Kent earns around £42,000 at a mid-size firm. At 4–5 PQE, average salaries rise to around £57,000.

Social Welfare Jobs in Kent

There are 7 firms practising social welfare law with an office in Kent, registered with the Solicitors Regulation Authority: 3 boutique or high street, 0 mid-size, and 4 large.

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Salary Benchmarks

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

Boutique / High Street Firm

NQ Solicitor (0–1 PQE)£39,500

£31,500 – £47,500

Mid-level (4–5 PQE)£53,000

£42,000 – £64,000

Senior (8–15 PQE)£70,500

£54,500 – £92,500

Mid-size Firm

NQ Solicitor (0–1 PQE)£42,000

£35,000 – £51,000

Mid-level (4–5 PQE)£57,000

£46,500 – £68,500

Senior (8–15 PQE)£79,000

£61,500 – £104,000

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

Social Welfare Firms in Kent

These firms are registered with the SRA for social welfare in Kent. Listings are based on regulatory data, not advertising.

Birketts LLP

Sevenoaks

Emd Law LLP

Tonbridge

Gt Stewart Limited

Also known as Gt Stewart Solicitors & Advocates, McGrath & Co, Hockfield & Co, Fmw Law, Eskinazi & Co, Hudgell & Partners, Bretherton Law

Canterbury

Invicta Law Limited

Rkb Legal Services Limited

Also known as Rkb Law Solicitors

Maidstone

Shakespeare Martineau LLP

Also known as Reddens, Northelm, Lime Solicitors, Corclaim, Marrons, Mayo Wynne Baxter

Tunbridge Wells

Shalom Legal Services Ltd

Also known as Shalom Solicitors

Chatham

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many social welfare law firms are there in Kent?

There are 7 firms practising social welfare law with an office in Kent on the SRA register. This figure is updated periodically as the register changes.

What salary can I expect as a social welfare solicitor in Kent?

Newly qualified social welfare solicitors in Kent typically earn between £35,000 and £51,000, with a mid-point around £42,000. At 4–5 PQE, salaries range from £46,500 to £68,500.

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.