Remote Adult Social Care Lawyer - 6 Month Locum

Sellick Partnership; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency is seeking a qualified Adult Social Care Lawyer to join a local authority in the South East for a 6-month assignment, with potential for extension. The position offers remote working and requires experience in Adult Social Care Law. Successful candidates should ideally have public sector background, although private practice experience will be considered. This role provides a chance to gain valuable experience and progress within the legal field.

Qualifications

• Experience in Adult Social Care Law is essential.
• Previous public sector experience is preferred but private practice experience is acceptable.
• Must be qualified to practice law.

Responsibilities

• Handle cases related to Court of Protection.
• Provide legal advice regarding deprivation of liberty.
• Manage mental health and capacity matters.
• Oversee community care legal issues.

Skills

Court of Protection

Deprivation of liberty

Mental Health matters

Mental Capacity matters

Community care

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal Executive

Job description

A legal recruitment agency is seeking a qualified Adult Social Care Lawyer to join a local authority in the South East for a 6-month assignment, with potential for extension. The position offers remote working and requires experience in Adult Social Care Law. Successful candidates should ideally have public sector background, although private practice experience will be considered. This role provides a chance to gain valuable experience and progress within the legal field.