Children Law Solicitor Salary in Buckinghamshire 2026
Salary benchmarks for children law solicitors in Buckinghamshire, from newly qualified (NQ) through to 8+ PQE, broken down by firm size. Includes paralegal, legal secretary and fee earner ranges. Data is based on market benchmarking across 44 regulated firms in the area.
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Annual salary ranges for children law solicitors in Buckinghamshire by experience level and firm type. Mid-point figures shown; hover or expand for full range.
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newly qualified (0-1 PQE) | £44,500 £35,500–£53,000 | £47,500 £39,500–£57,000 | £64,500 £52,000–£81,000 | £53,500 £45,000–£65,500 |
| 2-3 PQE | £50,500 £40,500–£61,000 | £55,000 £45,500–£66,000 | £73,000 £58,000–£93,500 | £61,500 £51,500–£76,000 |
| 4-5 PQE | £59,000 £47,000–£71,500 | £64,000 £52,000–£77,000 | £85,500 £66,500–£112,500 | £72,000 £57,500–£90,500 |
| 6-8 PQE | £70,000 £53,000–£86,500 | £75,000 £59,000–£92,500 | £102,000 £78,000–£135,000 | £84,000 £65,500–£108,000 |
| 8+ PQE | £79,000 £61,000–£103,500 | £88,500 £69,000–£116,000 | £122,500 £91,500–£166,500 | £100,500 £77,000–£133,500 |
Figures are regional estimates for guidance only. Actual salaries vary by firm, candidate profile, and negotiation.
Salary by Firm Size
How children law solicitor pay varies across firm types in Buckinghamshire. NQ salaries shown; the premium for larger firms widens with seniority.
High Street / Boutique
£44,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £35,500–£53,000
8+ PQE: up to £103,500
Regional / Mid-size
£47,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £39,500–£57,000
8+ PQE: up to £116,000
City / National
£64,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £52,000–£81,000
8+ PQE: up to £166,500
In-house
£53,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £45,000–£65,500
8+ PQE: up to £133,500
Non-qualified Roles
Salary benchmarks for support and fee-earning roles in Buckinghamshire children law teams. Figures use a mid-size firm baseline.
Paralegal
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £29,000 £27,500–£31,000 | £30,500 £28,500–£33,000 | £33,000 £30,500–£37,500 | £31,500 £29,000–£35,500 |
| 1-3 years | £30,500 £28,500–£33,000 | £32,500 £30,000–£36,500 | £37,000 £33,000–£42,500 | £34,000 £31,000–£38,500 |
| 3-5 years | £32,500 £30,000–£36,000 | £35,500 £32,000–£39,500 | £40,500 £36,000–£47,000 | £37,500 £33,000–£43,000 |
| 5+ years | £35,500 £32,000–£39,500 | £38,500 £34,000–£45,000 | £45,000 £39,000–£53,500 | £41,500 £36,500–£49,000 |
Legal Secretary / PA
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £27,500 £26,000–£29,000 | £29,000 £27,500–£31,000 | £32,500 £30,000–£36,500 | £30,500 £28,500–£33,000 |
| 1-3 years | £28,500 £27,000–£30,000 | £30,500 £28,500–£33,000 | £35,500 £32,000–£40,000 | £32,500 £30,000–£36,500 |
| 3-5 years | £29,500 £27,500–£31,500 | £32,500 £30,000–£35,500 | £38,000 £33,500–£43,500 | £35,500 £32,000–£39,500 |
| 5+ years | £31,500 £29,000–£35,500 | £35,000 £31,500–£39,500 | £38,500 £34,000–£44,500 | £38,000 £33,500–£44,500 |
Fee Earner / Legal Executive
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £29,500 £27,500–£32,500 | £32,500 £29,500–£36,500 | £39,000 £34,500–£44,500 | £36,000 £32,000–£41,000 |
| 1-3 years | £31,500 £29,000–£35,000 | £35,500 £31,500–£39,500 | £43,500 £38,000–£51,000 | £40,000 £35,000–£46,000 |
| 3-5 years | £35,500 £31,500–£39,500 | £39,500 £34,500–£45,500 | £49,500 £41,500–£59,000 | £44,000 £38,000–£52,500 |
| 5+ years | £39,500 £34,500–£46,500 | £44,500 £37,500–£54,000 | £56,000 £47,000–£68,500 | £50,500 £42,000–£61,500 |
Children Law Firms in Buckinghamshire
Regulated children law firms in Buckinghamshire on the SRA register. Salaries above reflect the market across these firms.
Ardale Brown (formerly Singh Karran & Co)
Iver
B P Collins LLP
Also known as Hr 2 Help, B P Collins LLP Incorporating Cathcarts Solicitors
Gerrards Cross
Bastian Lloyd Morris LLP
Milton Keynes
Blanchards Law Ltd
Marlow
Blaser Mills LLP
Also known as Reynolds Parry Jones, The Lpa Solicitor, Chiltern Legal
Marlow
Breakthrough Family Law Limited
Also known as Breakthrough Solicitors
Milton Keynes
Burnham Law Practice Limited
Burnham
Chhokarlaw LLP
Also known as Chhokar & Co
Gerrards Cross
Clarity Family Law Solicitors
Chalfont St. Giles
Clayton Stoke Solicitors Limited
Farnham Common
Dass Legal Solutions (mk) Law Ltd
Also known as Dls Law (practising Style for Dass Legal Solutions (mk) Law Ltd)
Milton Keynes
Davina Kirby & Co. Limited
Also known as Davina Kirby & Co (practising Style for Davina Kirby & Co. Limited)
Chesham
Dc Kaye Solicitors Limited
Also known as Timothy Kench & Co, Dc Kaye & Co (practising Style for Dc Kaye Solicitors Limited)
Aylesbury
Duncan Lewis Solicitors Ltd
Milton Keynes
Eden Solicitors
High Wycombe
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for a newly qualified children law solicitor in Buckinghamshire?
Newly qualified children law solicitors in Buckinghamshire typically earn between £35,500 and £57,000 depending on firm size, with boutique and high street firms around £44,500 and mid-size firms around £47,500.
What does a children law solicitor earn at 4 to 5 PQE in Buckinghamshire?
At 4 to 5 PQE, children law solicitors in Buckinghamshire typically earn between £47,000 and £77,000 depending on firm size, with boutique firms around £59,000 and mid-size around £64,000.
How does firm size affect children law solicitor salaries in Buckinghamshire?
Firm size has a significant impact on salary. At NQ level in Buckinghamshire, a high street or boutique firm typically pays around £44,500, while a City or national firm may pay £64,500 or more. The premium widens at senior levels, where large firms can pay substantially above regional norms.
What is the salary for a paralegal in Buckinghamshire in 2026?
Entry-level paralegals in Buckinghamshire typically earn between £27,500 and £33,000 depending on firm size, with boutique firms around £29,000 and mid-size firms around £30,500. With 5 or more years of experience, the range rises to £32,000 to £45,000, with boutique firms around £35,500 and mid-size around £38,500, based on 2026 benchmarking data.
Where does LawBoard salary data come from?
LawBoard salary benchmarks are derived from market data covering law firms registered with the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Figures are adjusted for region and practice area using established market multipliers. They represent typical ranges for guidance only and are updated periodically.
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