Mental Health Solicitor

Focus Resourcing; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is seeking a skilled Mental Health Solicitor to join their supportive team. The role involves managing a caseload, representing clients in hearings, and ensuring high-quality client service. Ideal candidates will have a Practicing Certificate, panel accreditation, and a commitment to vulnerable individuals.

Benefits

Annual bonuses

Parking

Career opportunities

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Practicing Certificate and be a member of the Law Society Mental Health Accreditation scheme.
• Driving licence is essential.
• Knowledge of legal aid regulations required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of mental health files, ensuring timely representation.
• Represent clients in Tribunal and Hospital Manager's hearings.
• Attend CPA and s117 meetings to collaborate with professionals.

Skills

Communication

Advocacy

Organisational skills

Business generation

Education

Practicing Certificate

Panel Accreditation

Job description

Due to growth, we are seeking a skilled and experienced Mental Health Solicitor to join our client's longstanding and successful law firm. Our client specialises in ensuring mental health patients and their families and carers are given the care and treatment they deserve.

You would be joining a friendly and supportive team as a panel member in the mental health department. As a panel member, you will be responsible for managing a caseload of mental health files, representing clients in Tribunal and Hospital Manager's hearings, and attending CPA and s117 meetings.

We seek someone who has a keen commitment to representation of vulnerable individuals, has excellent communications skills, is adaptable and has an enthusiasm to help grow and develop a thriving and fast paced department. Experience of managing your own case load is required.

We have a strong team working ethos and you will receive support from a confident and knowledgeable administration team including secretarial, paralegal and billing support.

Your role:

• Managing a caseload of mental health files, ensuring timely and effective representation of clients
• Represent clients in Tribunal and Hospital Manager's hearings, advocating for their rights and interests
• Attend CPA and s117 meetings, working collaboratively with other professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for clients
• Meet fee-earning targets and maintain Continuing Professional Development (CPD) compliance

The person:

• Panel Accredited is essential, so the candidate must hold a current Practicing Certificate and be a member of the Law Society Mental Health Accreditation scheme
• Driving licence is also essential
• Knowledge and experience of legal aid regulations
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, colleagues, and other professionals
• Able to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality client service
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage a caseload effectively
• Able to generate business for the department
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards in the field of mental health

Benefits

• Annual bonuses
• Parking
• Career opportunities

Salary negotiable and will be based on experience and PQE.

Please apply or call Sharon Tanner on (phone number removed) if you would like further information