Childcare Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm is seeking an experienced Childcare Solicitor for a hybrid working opportunity. The successful candidate will manage Public Law Family cases and contribute to business development within a collaborative team. This position promises professional growth and support from dedicated staff.

Qualifications

• Childcare Solicitor with ideally 2 years PQE or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in handling own caseload and managing deadlines.
• Keen interest in Public Law and Childcare matters.

Responsibilities

• Handling Public Law Family matters including child protection and special guardianship.
• Communicating with clients, opponents, and Courts to progress files.
• Complying with business requirements and attending Court hearings.

Skills

Public Law

Child Protection

Communication

Business Development

Education

Qualified Solicitor (2 years PQE)

Job description

Childcare Solicitor – Hybrid Working Opportunity

Are you an experienced Childcare Solicitor looking for a new challenge? This is a great opportunity for a Childcare Solicitor to bring their current skills and knowledgetoa collaborative and professional team.

As the successful Childcare Solicitor, you will be responsible for delivering successful outcomes such as:

• Dealing with a mix of Public Law Family matters including Childcare matters, child protection and special guardianship
• Communicating with client, opponents and Courts to progress files
• Comply with internal and external business requirements including ISO:9001 quality control, SRA Principles/Code of Conduct and Court & Tribunal deadlines
• Contributing to business development including training events, articles/newsletters, Chambers & Legal 500 submissions etc
• Attending Court hearings

What are we looking for?

• Childcare Solicitor with ideally 2 years PQE or equivalent experience
• A keen interest in Public Law and Childcare matters
• Previous experience in Childcare matters
• Childcare Solicitor with a proven experience of handling own caseload and managing deadlines
• A keen interest in long term development and progression in the department

Organisation

This firm offers a full range of legal services to individuals, commercial clients and a number of specialist sectors.

It has offices across the North, but its roots are firmly based in Lancashire. It consists of real people who are passionate about getting the best results. Working together and listening to their clients, they provide genuine and practical advice.

Your role will also be supported by a Paralegal and a PA.

For more information about this role and to apply, please contact Amelia Timpany at G2 Legal or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

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