Lawyer – Adult Social Care – Local Authority Rate - negotiable depending on experience Fully remote working - Required to cover hearings both remotely and, where required by the court, in person. 3 months initial contract – likely to be extended Job Responsibilities: * All aspects of advice and support under Care Act 2014 * Court applications in the Court of Protection under the Mental Capacity Act 2005 * Mental Health Law including advice to Approved Mental Health Professionals and associated court applications * Adult safeguarding * Ordinary residence issues and disputes between other local authorities. * Required to cover hearings both remotely and, where required by the court, in person. You must have: * Qualified Lawayer * Experience of working directly within a local authority Benefits of Working with On-recruitment: * Up to a £250 referral bonus for any successful referrals – T’s & C.s apply * Free DBS Checks * Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunities...