Solicitor

Irwin Mitchell; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Solicitor to join their Public Law and Human Rights team. In this role, you will manage your own caseload while collaborating with experienced partners on high-value cases. Your expertise in Court of Protection (welfare) cases will be essential, and an interest in education law is a plus. This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on vulnerable clients' lives while developing your legal skills in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about achieving the best outcomes for clients and thrive under pressure, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in Court of Protection cases with interest in education law.
• Proven ability to handle litigated cases independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseload and assist partners on high-value cases.
• Develop relationships to provide exceptional client experiences.

Skills

Court of Protection (welfare) cases

Education law

Litigation

Client management

Team collaboration

Education

Law degree

0-3 years PQE

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You'll be part of the Public Law and Human Rights team, working in the South, including Brighton, Gatwick, and Southampton. As a solicitor, you should have experience in Court of Protection (welfare) cases, with an interest in education law being desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload while assisting partners and senior team members on high-value cases
• Develop relationships with relevant groups and organisations to provide exceptional client experiences and generate new cases
• Review cases and other matters with your supervisor to ensure quality legal advice is provided

About You

• Experience in Court of Protection (welfare) cases, with an interest in education law being desirable
• Proven experience handling your own cases, including litigated cases
• Clear enthusiasm for this area of law and a commitment to securing the best outcomes for your clients while working under pressure
• Ability to operate independently and as part of a team to deliver the best outcomes for our clients and develop other team members
• Ability to work with empathy and integrity
• 0-3 years PQE

You'll have the opportunity to work on a diverse and interesting caseload, making a real difference in our clients' lives from the start. You'll need the confidence to hit the ground running and work independently on litigated cases. Given the nature of the work, you'll work with vulnerable clients, making your role highly rewarding. You'll need to be resilient and calm, always prioritising your clients' needs.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice

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