Childcare Solicitor

Harvey Beric Associates; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable legal firm in the East Midlands is seeking a Child Care Solicitor to manage a varied caseload of care-related cases. You will work closely with clients and agencies, providing empathetic advice and representing them in court. The firm offers competitive salary and strong support for professional development and progression opportunities within family law.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Strong CPD and professional development support

Genuine long-term progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with care proceedings and family law.
• Strong advocacy skills.
• Ability to provide empathetic client advice.

Responsibilities

• Manage care-related cases from instruction to conclusion.
• Provide clear client advice and updates.
• Advocate at court hearings and key meetings.

Job description

Do you want a role where your work truly makes a difference to children and families? Were supporting a well-established firm in recruiting a Child Care Solicitor to handle a varied caseload of publicly funded and fee-paying matters within a supportive family law team.

The Role

Youll manage your own caseload of care proceedings and work closely with clients, colleagues and external agencies. Key duties include :

• Running care-related cases from instruction to conclusion
• Providing clear, empathetic client advice and updates
• Advocacy at court hearings and key meetings
• Supervising and supporting junior team members
• Liaising with social services, guardians, and professionals
• Time recording, billing, and ensuring regulatory compliance

Whats on Offer

• Competitive salary
• A rewarding, impactful caseload
• Strong CPD and professional development support
• Genuine long-term progression opportunities