Hybrid Childcare & Public Law Solicitor – Exeter

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd; Exeter; Híbrido; GBP 50.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Company pension

Health & wellbeing programme

Company events

Referral programme

Collaborative team culture

Descripción de la vacante

Chadwick Nott is seeking a Solicitor to join its expanding Family team in Exeter. The role focuses on childcare/public law matters with a view to growing the Exeter childcare offering.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of the Children Act 1989 and experience with legally aided work, with the opportunity for hybrid working. You’ll work closely with experienced specialists, handle a diverse caseload, and contribute to high-quality client care while developing advocacy and courtroom

Formación

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with 2+ years PQE in public family law or care proceedings.
• Experience handling legally aided matters and compliance with LAA requirements.
• Strong advocacy and client-facing skills, including support for vulnerable clients.

Responsabilidades

• Manage a varied caseload of childcare and public law matters.
• Act for parents, guardians and children in care and supervision proceedings.
• Handle emergency protection orders, adoption matters and pre-proceedings work.
• Manage legally aided cases and ensure LAA compliance.
• Provide sensitive, clear advice to vulnerable clients and conduct advocacy in the Family Court.
• Draft statements, care plans, applications and other court documentation.
• Manage disclosure, instruct experts and liaise with Children’s Guardians and local authorities.
• Attend hearings, case management conferences and directions hearings.
• Maintain accurate case records using the firm’s case management system.
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations, LAA regulations and risk management guidelines.
• Engage in dispute resolution processes, settlement discussions and mediation.

Conocimientos

Public family law

Advocacy in Family Court

Client support for vulnerable clients

Organisational skills

Educación

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

Descripción del empleo

Chadwick Nott is seeking a Solicitor to join its expanding Family team in Exeter. The role focuses on childcare/public law matters with a view to growing the Exeter childcare offering.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of the Children Act 1989 and experience with legally aided work, with the opportunity for hybrid working. You’ll work closely with experienced specialists, handle a diverse caseload, and contribute to high-quality client care while developing advocacy and courtroom