CAPA & Inquest Solicitor — Lead & Develop Team

Duncan Lewis; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent progression opportunities

Diverse, inclusive workforce

Professional development and training

Job summary

Duncan Lewis Solicitors is seeking a skilled Solicitor Supervisor to join its Claims Against Public Authorities and Inquest department. The role involves supervising casework, providing guidance to other lawyers, and overseeing preparation, research, statements, and court appearances.

The candidate will also assist with an outsourcing project. Substantial CAPA litigation experience is essential; inquest experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with 2–5 years' PQE or Chartered Legal Executive with equivalent experience in civil liberties and human rights law.
• Substantial CAPA litigation experience is essential; Inquest experience is desirable.
• Experience supervising a team and meeting KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Reporting directly to the Department Director.
• Supervise a small team and manage a mixed caseload of inquest, CAPA and public authority cases.
• Conduct case preparation, legal research, statements from clients and witnesses, attend court hearings and conferences.

Skills

CAPA litigation

Supervisory experience

Civil liberties law

CCMS knowledge

Legal drafting

KPIs

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Chartered Legal Executive

Tools

CCMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Duncan Lewis Solicitors is seeking a skilled Solicitor Supervisor to join its Claims Against Public Authorities and Inquest department. The role involves supervising casework, providing guidance to other lawyers, and overseeing preparation, research, statements, and court appearances.

The candidate will also assist with an outsourcing project. Substantial CAPA litigation experience is essential; inquest experience is desirable.