Mental Health Solicitor

Law Staff Ltd; Greater London; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist legal firm is looking for a Mental Health Solicitor to manage mental health casework and tribunal representation. The role allows for part-time and remote work. The ideal candidate should possess strong mental health casework experience, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Join a dedicated team committed to professional growth and support.

Qualifications

• Experience across a range of mental health casework, especially tribunal settings.
• Knowledge of s.117 aftercare requirements.
• Capability to self-supervise and manage a caseload.

Responsibilities

• Meet LAA supervisor requirements for legal aid contracts.
• Handle mental health casework and tribunal representation.
• Develop compliant processes and procedures.

Skills

Experience in mental health casework

Ability to work independently

Ability to collaborate within a team

Knowledge of s.117 aftercare

Experience in tribunal representation

Job description

Overview

Our Client is seeking a Mental Health Solicitor, remote working will be considered as will part time hours. The firm offers the opportunity to work with a dedicated and compassionate team in a supportive work environment that is committed to professional growth.

About The Firm

My client is a specialist firm of solicitors with offices across London, Brighton, Cornwall, Somerset, Nottingham, Cambridge, Sandwell, Hull, and Leicestershire. They are dedicated to building an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all.

Mental Health Solicitor Overview

My client is recruiting a Mental Health Solicitor with experience or knowledge in mental capacity and Court of Protection matters. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in mental health casework and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities of the Mental Health Solicitor

• Meet the LAA supervisor requirements for the Mental Health legal aid contract.
• Handle a range of mental health casework, including tribunal representation.
• Address issues arising from s.117 aftercare.
• Work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Develop and implement compliant processes, procedures, and precedents.
• Self-supervise effectively.

Requirements of the Mental Health Solicitor

• Experience across a range of mental health casework, including tribunal representation.
• Knowledge of s.117 aftercare.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in creating and implementing team-wide processes.
• Ability to self-supervise.

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience in mental capacity and Court of Protection proceedings, including managing your own caseload.
• Experience supervising other team members.
• Relevant professional contacts and the ability to attract your own cases.
• Ability to write and deliver training on mental health and mental capacity law issues.

If you're a Mental Health Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Shabir at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 36886.

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