Job Description
LAW Absolute is recruiting on behalf of a Local Authority based in Berkshire for a Childcare Lawyer on a temporary basis. The contract will be for 3 months in the first instance with potential to extend.
You will work in a team of child protection lawyers, managing your own caseload of matters including care proceedings, DOLS, inherent jurisdiction, and EPOs.
The client is looking for someone who is local enough to Berkshire to attend essential in-person team meetings. Experience of and willingness to conduct advocacy in court is highly desirable.
To apply you will be:
* An England and Wales qualified solicitor, barrister, or CILEX lawyer
* Able to demonstrate previous experience within children’s social care in a local authority
* Able to attend the office/court in the Berkshire area as necessary on a hybrid-working basis
* Available on no more than a 4-week notice period
The salary for this role will be £35-£50/hour depending on experience.
For more information and/or to apply, please begin by sending your CV to Louise at LAW Absolute: lhull@lawabsolute.com
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