Join a well-established Legal 500 firm with a strong Child Care team handling a broad range of public law children matters. This is an opportunity to work within a supportive and flexible environment representing parents, grandparents, family members, and children in complex care proceedings.
RESPONSIBILITIES
* Managing a varied Child Care caseload including Care Proceedings, Supervision Orders, Emergency Protection Orders, Special Guardianship Orders, Adoption matters, and Child Arrangements disputes
* Advising and supporting vulnerable clients through sensitive and complex proceedings
* Handling Legal Aid applications and CCMS procedures
* Preparing court bundles, witness statements, and legal documents
* Attending court hearings and undertaking advocacy where appropriate
* Liaising with CAFCASS Guardians, counsel, and external agencies
* Supervising and supporting junior team members where required
* Supporting business development and networking initiatives to help grow the department
* Delivering a high standard of client care while working to court deadlines
ABOUT YOU
* Qualified Solicitor with 3+ PQE in Child Care / Family Law
* Strong experience managing public law children matters independently
* Confident handling Legal Aid and CCMS processes
* Advocacy experience advantageous but not essential
PACKAGE
* 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
* Birthday leave after one year of service
* Hybrid and flexible working
* Company pension scheme
* Bonus opportunity
* Ongoing training and career progression support
* Strong internal progression opportunities
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