Children and Families Lawyer

ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services provider in Manchester is seeking an experienced Children & Families Lawyer to provide legal advice and representation in child protection and family law matters. The ideal candidate will have relevant legal qualifications, strong advocacy skills, and experience in managing a varied caseload. This is a full-time temporary role, paying £25.05 per hour. Interested candidates should email their CV quoting the reference number.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or barrister needed for legal advice on child protection and family law.
• Experience in public law children matters is essential.
• Excellent advocacy and drafting skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and representation in child protection matters.
• Work closely with social care teams and prepare legal documentation.
• Attend court hearings related to family law.

Skills

Strong knowledge of public law children matters

Excellent advocacy and drafting skills

Ability to manage a varied caseload independently

Education

Qualified solicitor or barrister with relevant experience

Job description

Overview

Children & Families Lawyer needed in Manchester Paying £25.05 per hr ref 000A 5B22

Full time hours on a temporary basis

Responsibilities

• We’re seeking an experienced Children and Families Lawyer to provide legal advice and representation in matters relating to child protection, care proceedings, and family law. You’ll work closely with social care teams, prepare legal documentation, and attend court hearings.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or barrister with relevant experience
• Strong knowledge of public law children matters
• Excellent advocacy and drafting skills
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to [e-mail] quoting the reference number.

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