Job Title: Lawyer (Adults)
Location: Dorchester (Remote)
Contract Type: Temporary (3 months)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: £50-£55 per hour
About Us
Connect2Dorset is the managed service provider for Dorset Council, delivering high-quality temporary, contract, and interim staffing solutions. We pride ourselves on being an ethical, transparent, and people-focused organisation, committed to supporting both our clients and candidates.
About the Role
Connect2Dorset is seeking experienced Adults Lawyers to join Dorset Council on a temporary basis for an initial period of 3 months, starting ASAP.
This role will involve providing legal advice and representation in a range of Adult Social Care matters, with a particular focus on Court of Protection work and Mental Health law. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload and provide clear, practical legal advice to client departments.
At least one successful candidate must have experience of dealing with Deputyship applications in the Court of Protection.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of Adult Social Care legal matters
Conduct Welfare and Section 21A applications in the Court of Protection
Provide advice relating to Ordinary Residence matters
Handle Nearest Relative applications
Manage and advise on Deputyship applications
Provide legal advice in relation to the Mental Health Act
Attend hearings and provide advocacy where required
Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external partnersSkills & Experience
Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive with relevant practising certificate
Proven experience in Adult Social Care law
Experience handling Court of Protection matters, including Welfare and Section 21A applications
Knowledge and practical experience of the Mental Health Act
Experience advising on Ordinary Residence and Nearest Relative matters
At least one candidate must have experience managing Deputyship applications in the Court of Protection
Strong communication and case management skills
Ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage competing priorities effectively
Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates