Community Care Solicitor

LR Legal Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,300 - 51,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary starting from £47,000

Supportive working culture

Excellent career progression opportunities

Job summary

LR Legal Recruitment is looking for a Community Care Solicitor in East London. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified professional experienced in Community Care and Public Law to join a respected practice.

The selected candidate will handle their own caseload and collaborate with a supportive team on impactful cases. Competitive salary starting from £47,000, with opportunities for growth and development in a dynamic environment committed to client care.

Qualifications

• Experience in handling Community Care and Public Law matters.
• Proven skills in drafting and advocacy.
• Ability to manage a caseload with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Community Care matters from inception to conclusion.
• Advise clients on local authority duties under legislation.
• Represent clients in care-related matters.

Skills

Community Care legislation

Public Law

Legal Aid environment

Advocacy skills

Case management

Client communication

Education

Qualified Solicitor or equivalent

Job description

Our client, a highly regarded Legal 500 practice, is seeking a Community Care Solicitor to join its established team in East London. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with experience in Community Care and Public Law to join a growing department recognised for representing vulnerable individuals in complex and often life-changing matters. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload and work alongside experienced practitioners in a supportive and collaborative environment

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of Community Care matters from inception through to conclusion.
• Advising clients on local authority duties and obligations under community care legislation.
• Representing clients in matters relating to care assessments, care packages, support services and social care provision.
• Preparing applications, witness statements, pleadings and correspondence.
• Conducting Legal Aid-funded work in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Liaising with local authorities, healthcare professionals, advocates and other stakeholders.
• Assisting with Judicial Review proceedings and related Public Law matters where appropriate.
• Maintaining exceptional standards of client care and file management.

Candidate Profile

• Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or equivalent legal professional.
• Experience handling Community Care and/or Public Law matters.
• Experience working within a Legal Aid environment. Strong drafting, advocacy and case management skills.
• Excellent communication and client care abilities.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload with minimal supervision.
• Experience of Judicial Review proceedings.
• Knowledge of Housing, Court of Protection or wider Public Law matters.
• Experience representing vulnerable clients.
• Existing referral relationships within the sector.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary starting from £47,000, with flexibility for experienced candidates.
• Opportunity to join a respected and growing specialist practice.
• High-quality, meaningful work with genuine social impact.
• Supportive and collaborative working culture.
• Excellent prospects for career progression and professional development.