Overview
We are seeking a Solicitor to support the Newcastle team with a dedicated CoP Health & Welfare caseload, which may include:
* Section 21A challenges to deprivation of liberty
* Best interests applications (residence, care, contact, medical issues)
* Capacity disputes
* Safeguarding and risk-related matters
* Supporting vulnerable clients with complex needs
You will work closely with a highly experienced Partner and gain exposure to high-quality, meaningful cases.
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As part of the Irwin Mitchell Group's onboarding process all successful applicants are required to complete the group\'s employment screening process. This process helps to ensure that all new employees meet our standards in relation to honesty and integrity therefore protecting the interests of the Group, colleagues, clients, partners and other stakeholders. We carry out pre-employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record and financial checks with our trusted 3rd parties. The employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws.
Experience in the following is desirable but not essential:
* Solicitor - NQ - 4 years PQE
* Court of Protection (Health & Welfare)
* Mental capacity matters
* Work with vulnerable adults
We welcome applicants who are committed to protecting the rights of vulnerable individuals and delivering compassionate, high-quality client care.
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About the Team
Our Public Law & Human Rights team specialises in mental capacity, deprivation of liberty, and health & welfare disputes in the Court of Protection, acting for vulnerable adults and their families. The department is consistently recognised in national directories for its expertise in health and welfare work before the Court of Protection. The Newcastle team is led by Helen Smith, a Partner specialising in complex welfare cases involving adults who lack capacity, including challenges about residence, care, contact, capacity assessments and safeguarding issues. She is regularly instructed by the Official Solicitor, family members and advocates.
Benefits
* 25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can \"buy\" up to 35hrs of extra holiday too.
* Generous and flexible pension schemes.
* Volunteering days - Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid).
* Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services.
* Well-being initiatives and Flexible by Choice programme offering hybrid working options where appropriate.
* We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2024.
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