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Care Solicitor

Clayton legal

Penrith

On-site

GBP 35,000 - 55,000

Full time

28 days ago

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Job summary

An established law firm is seeking a dedicated Child Care Solicitor to join their Family Law team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work on public law children matters, including care proceedings and applications under the Family Law Act. With a supportive environment and a focus on professional development, this position is ideal for motivated solicitors who are passionate about child care law. The firm values collaboration and provides competitive benefits, including flexible working options after the probation period. If you're ready to take on a new challenge in your legal career, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Secretarial and Administrative Support
Flexible Working Options
Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3-5 years PQE with experience in public law children cases.
  • Ability to manage a caseload independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

  • Handle a varied caseload focused on public law children matters.
  • Work with both Legal Aid and privately funded clients.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills
IT Skills
Caseload Management
Team Collaboration

Education

Qualified Solicitor (3-5 years PQE)

Job description

Are you an experienced Child Care Solicitor looking for a new challenge? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected and well-established law firm with a strong reputation for excellence.


We are seeking a dedicated professional to join our Family Law department in Carlisle.


About the Role:

As part of the Family Law team, you will take on a varied caseload primarily focused on public law children matters, including pre-proceedings, PLO, and care proceedings. You will also handle applications under the Family Law Act, working with both Legal Aid and privately funded clients.


What We're Looking For:
  1. Experience: A minimum of 3-5 years PQE, with substantial experience in public law children cases.
  2. Panel Membership: Desirable but not essential.
  3. Skills: Strong interpersonal and IT skills, along with the ability to manage a caseload independently with minimal supervision.
  4. Team Player: Willingness to collaborate within a small, friendly team.

Additional Benefits:
  1. Competitive Salary: Commensurate with experience.
  2. Support: Secretarial and administrative support provided.
  3. Flexible Working: Considered after the probationary period.
  4. Location: Primarily based in Carlisle with occasional travel to West Cumbria as needed.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and professional environment.


If you are a motivated solicitor with a passion for Child Care law, we want to hear from you.


Please get in touch with Justine now on 0161 914 7357 or email your CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk.


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