A local authority based in the Berkshire location is seeking a Senior Childcare Lawyer for an initial period of three months. The council is seeking a qualified and experienced locum Senior Childcare Lawyer who can start as soon as possible. In light of the recent judgment in the Mazur case, the locum Childcare Lawyer must either be a solicitor or barrister or Filex with litigation accreditation admitted in England & Wales, who holds a current practising certificate. You must be admitted to practice in the UK to be considered. The Senior Child Care Lawyer will be responsible for conducting all aspects of public law children’s proceedings, including issuing applications, drafting legal documentation, preparing bundles, and providing clear legal advice to social care clients. The role requires strong advocacy skills, with regular representation in the Family Court, as well as effective liaison with counsel, external agencies, and internal stakeholders. A thorough understanding of the Children Act 1989, Public Law Outline processes, and related legislation is essential. The rate on offer is £60 umbrella per hour DOE. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. However due to the volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to every candidate individually. If you have not heard from us within a 48 hour timeframe your application has not been successful and your details have not been retained. LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.