Adult Social Care Solicitor - Locum

Sellick Partnership; East Midlands; Remote; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an Adult Locum Solicitor for a 6-month assignment in the East Midlands. The role involves handling various legal matters including Court of Protection proceedings and DOLs. The ideal candidate has experience in local government or relevant private practice. The position offers flexible working arrangements and all necessary IT support will be provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in local government Adult Social Care work or private practice.
• Ability to handle various legal matters in public sector law.
• Capability of working remotely with provided IT.

Responsibilities

• Manage Court of Protection proceedings.
• Handle DOLs matters and related cases.
• Work on policy documentation and defend legal challenges.

Skills

Court of Protection proceedings

DOLs matters

Care Act 2014 responsibilities

Mental Health Act 1983

Mental Capacity Act 2005

Job description

Overview

Adult Locum Solicitor (or equivalent)

6 month initial assignment

£55-65 umbrella per hour

Great client!

Responsibilities

• Court of Protection proceedings
• DOLs matters
• LPS and section 117
• Care Act 2014 responsibilities
• Mental Health Act 1983
• Mental Capacity Act 2005
• Working on policy documents
• Defending section 21A challenges
• Ordinary residence disputes

About the role

This is an ideal role for a lawyer already experienced in local government ASC work and cases, or possibly an adult specialist from a private practice background seeking to break into Public Sector law. The role can be worked on a 4 or 5 day basis and this client allows remote working for the duration of the assignment. All necessary IT will be provided by the end client.

How to apply

For an informal discussion, or to apply, please contact Kate Jasper in our Manchester office.

Equal Opportunities

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