Community Care Solicitor
Location: Stratford, East London
Salary: From £47,000
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
About the Role
Our client, a highly regarded Legal 500 practice, is seeking a Community Care Solicitor to join its established team in East London. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with experience in Community Care and Public Law to join a growing department recognised for representing vulnerable individuals in complex and often life-changing matters. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload and work alongside experienced practitioners in a supportive and collaborative environment
Key Responsibilities
* Managing a caseload of Community Care matters from inception through to conclusion.
* Advising clients on local authority duties and obligations under community care legislation.
* Representing clients in matters relating to care assessments, care packages, support services and social care provision.
* Preparing applications, witness statements, pleadings and correspondence.
* Conducting Legal Aid-funded work in accordance with regulatory requirements.
* Liaising with local authorities, healthcare professionals, advocates and other stakeholders.
* Assisting with Judicial Review proceedings and related Public Law matters where appropriate.
* Maintaining exceptional standards of client care and file management.
Candidate Profile
Essential
* Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or equivalent legal professional.
* Experience handling Community Care and/or Public Law matters.
* Experience working within a Legal Aid environment.Strong drafting, advocacy and case management skills.
* Excellent communication and client care abilities.
* Ability to manage a varied caseload with minimal supervision.
Desirable
* Experience of Judicial Review proceedings.
* Knowledge of Housing, Court of Protection or wider Public Law matters.
* Experience representing vulnerable clients.
* Existing referral relationships within the sector.
What's on Offer?
* Competitive salary starting from £47,000, with flexibility for experienced candidates.
* Opportunity to join a respected and growing specialist practice.
* High-quality, meaningful work with genuine social impact.
* Supportive and collaborative working culture.
* Excellent prospects for career progression and professional development.