Childcare Solicitor

Puro Associates; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Unknown Law Firm Leicester is seeking an experienced Childcare Solicitor to join its growing family law team in Leicester. The role offers an excellent opportunity to handle a varied caseload involving children and families, with a supportive team and clear progression.

The successful candidate will have 5+ years' PQE in childcare law, strong advocacy skills, and experience with a broad range of public and private children matters. A Children's Panel accreditation would be advantageous.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' PQE in childcare law (preferred).
• Strong advocacy and case management experience.
• Experience with public and private children matters.
• Children's Panel accreditation would be advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.

Responsibilities

• Advise and represent clients across a broad range of childcare proceedings.
• Handle care proceedings, Emergency Protection Orders, Special Guardianship Orders, adoptions, and Rule 16.4 cases.
• Provide clear and practical legal advice while managing a caseload with minimal supervision.
• Appear at hearings and advocate for clients.

Skills

Advocacy

Case management

Communication

Education

5+ years PQE in childcare law

Job description

Childcare Solicitor – Leicester

Salary: Up to £60,000 DOE

A well-established law firm is looking to appoint an experienced Childcare Solicitor to join its growing family law team in Leicester. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven childcare lawyer looking to join a supportive team and take on a varied caseload, working on complex and rewarding matters involving children and families.

What's on Offer

• Salary of up to £65,000, depending on experience
• Opportunity to join an established and growing team
• Varied and interesting childcare caseload
• Supportive working environment
• Excellent opportunity for continued professional development

The Role

You will advise and represent clients across a broad range of childcare proceedings, including:

• Care proceedings
• Emergency Protection Orders (EPOs)
• Special Guardianship Orders
• Adoption matters
• Private law applications, including Rule 16.4 cases
• Separate representation of competent children
• Advocacy and representation at hearings

You will be expected to manage your own caseload effectively, provide clear and practical legal advice, and work with minimal supervision.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• 5+ years' PQE in childcare law, although relevant experience will be considered
• Strong advocacy and case management experience
• Experience dealing with a broad range of public and private children matters
• Children's Panel accreditation, or be actively working towards accreditation, would be advantageous
• An established guardian following would be welcomed
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• The ability to work independently while also contributing positively to a wider team
• A compassionate and professional approach when dealing with sensitive matters
• A genuine commitment to achieving positive outcomes for children and families

If you're an experienced Childcare Solicitor looking for your next opportunity in Leicester, we'd be keen to hear from you.