PJ Consulting Group's client is a well-regarded, specialist children law firm based in Sheffield. We are currently seeking an experienced Child Care Solicitor to join their dedicated team.
This is a specialist children law role — not a generalist family position. The successful candidate will manage a caseload focused on public law care proceedings and private children law matters, supported by an established LAA panel contract.
Key responsibilities
* Managing a caseload of public law care proceedings (s31 applications, ICOs, care orders)
* Handling private children law matters including residence, contact and prohibited steps
* Advising clients in challenging and sensitive circumstances with empathy and professionalism
* Attending court hearings and PLO meetings as required
* Contributing to a collegiate, supportive team environment
Qualifications
* Qualified solicitor (2+ years PQE) with experience in children / family law
* Demonstrated experience in public law care proceedings
* Strong communication skills and ability to manage a busy caseload independently
* Law Society Children Law Accreditation (CLA) or working towards
* Experience with LAA-funded work and public law outline (PLO) process
* Existing knowledge of the Sheffield family law courts / local authority relationships
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