Care Solicitor

Michael Page (UK); England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law firm in Warwickshire is seeking a Solicitor for their Childcare department. The ideal candidate will have at least 12 months' experience, handling Legal Aid cases. You will work alongside experienced lawyers and participate in advocacy at court. This position offers a friendly environment conducive to learning and development.

Qualifications

• Solicitor with at least 12 months' experience in Care work.
• Experience could include training contract.
• Ability to work alongside experienced lawyers.

Responsibilities

• Handle PLO matters and Care Proceedings.
• Undertake advocacy at court.
• Join a friendly and open culture team.

Skills

Care Proceedings

PLO matters

Emergency Protection Orders

Adoption

Deprivation of Liberty

Education

UK qualified solicitor

Job description

About Our Client

A regional private practice.

Job Description

Opportunity to join a Warwickshire law firm in their Childcare department.

Would suit a Solicitor with at least 12 months' experience.

The work is Legal Aid focused and includes:

• PLO matters
• Care Proceedings
• Emergency Protection Orders
• Adoption
• Deprivation of Liberty

You will be working alongside experienced lawyers. The team undertake their advocacy at court.

The firm has a number of other departments including private Family Law and Conveyancing.

The firm has a friendly and open culture and this would be a great team to learn and develop as a Care Solicitor.

The Successful Applicant

The team are looking for a UK qualified solicitor with experience in Care work. It's likely the team would need a Solicitor with at least 12 months' experience (this could have been during your training contract).

What's on Offer

Market rate.