Locum Childcare Solicitor - Court & Remote Advocacy

James Andrews Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Childcare Solicitor for a 3-month locum role in Oxfordshire. This full-time position offers an hourly rate of £50 - £60 and involves managing a caseload of Childcare legal matters and representing the Council in Family Court hearings. Candidates should be qualified solicitors with recent experience in Childcare law for a Local Authority. Remote options may be considered, and flexible working hours are available.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with recent experience in Childcare law.
• Experience managing a caseload of legal matters and attending court.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Childcare legal matters.
• Represent the Council in Family Court hearings.
• Provide legal services on child protection work.
• Brief Counsel and obtain their opinion relating to children’s proceedings.
• Advise and draft legal documents for decisions of the Client Directorate.

Skills

Advocacy

Legal research

Negotiation

Drafting legal documents

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking a Childcare Solicitor for a 3-month locum role in Oxfordshire. This full-time position offers an hourly rate of £50 - £60 and involves managing a caseload of Childcare legal matters and representing the Council in Family Court hearings. Candidates should be qualified solicitors with recent experience in Childcare law for a Local Authority. Remote options may be considered, and flexible working hours are available.