Social Welfare Jobs in West Midlands

There are 12 firms practising social welfare law with an office in West Midlands, registered with the Solicitors Regulation Authority: 4 boutique or high street, 3 mid-size, and 5 large.

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

Boutique / High Street Firm

NQ Solicitor (0–1 PQE)£37,500
£30,000 – £45,000
Mid-level (4–5 PQE)£50,000
£39,500 – £60,500
Senior (8–15 PQE)£67,000
£52,000 – £88,000

Mid-size Firm

NQ Solicitor (0–1 PQE)£40,000
£33,500 – £48,500
Mid-level (4–5 PQE)£54,500
£44,500 – £65,000
Senior (8–15 PQE)£75,000
£58,500 – £98,500

Non-qualified roles

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

Paralegal

Entry level (0–1 yrs)£25,500
£24,000 – £27,500
3–5 years£29,000
£26,500 – £32,000
5+ years£31,500
£28,500 – £35,000

Legal Secretary / PA

Entry level (0–1 yrs)£24,500
£23,500 – £26,000
3–5 years£26,000
£24,500 – £28,000
5+ years£28,000
£25,500 – £31,500

Social Welfare Firms in West Midlands

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

A

Arch Law Limited

Birmingham

B

Bassi Solicitors Limited

Birmingham

C

Cape Hill Solicitors Limited

Smethwick

C

City Law Practice Solicitors Ltd

Also known as City Law Practice Solicitors & Advocates

Birmingham

E

Excello Law Limited

Also known as 458 Law, Lowry Legal, Livida Legal, Dba Law, Ocean Legal, Elevate Legal, Three Points Law, G&g Law, Preston Law, Cargo Law, Ionic Legal

Birmingham

F

Fountain Solicitors Limited

Walsall

G

Gt Stewart Limited

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

Birmingham

L

Lodders Solicitors LLP

Birmingham

S

Shakespeare Martineau LLP

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

Birmingham

S

Syeds Lawcare Solicitors

Also known as Ds Solicitors

Birmingham

T

The Community Law Partnership Limited

Birmingham

W

Weightmans LLP

Birmingham

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many social welfare law firms are there in West Midlands?

There are 12 firms practising social welfare law with an office in West Midlands on the SRA register. This figure is updated periodically as the register changes.

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

Newly qualified social welfare solicitors in West Midlands typically earn between £33,500 and £48,500, with a mid-point around £40,000. At 4–5 PQE, salaries range from £44,500 to £65,000.

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.