We are currently partnering with a Legal Firm working on behalf of local authorities based in East Midlands, who are recruiting for a Senior SEN Lawyer with management responsibilities to join their growing team on a permanent or locum basis. This is a full-time position with a salary band of £52,000 to £60,000 (subject to experience) and locum role is negotiable on experience. Duties will include (but are not limited to): * To lead and manage a team of paralegals (where relevant management responsibilities may also include Trainee Solicitors and newly qualified lawyers) * To work as part of a team in the provision of a professional legal service to a range of public sector and not for profit clients regarding SEN and education * To manage a case load of complex cases, comprising mainly SEN Tribunal cases, with minimum supervision * To attend client liaison meetings to discuss ongoing cases and provide reassurance of a high-quality service * To undertake advocacy in case management hearings and final hearings in the first tier SEND Tribunal and to instruct counsel as appropriate Skills and Experience required: * Experience of SEN court and Tribunal procedures * Experience of conducting complex caseloads * Ability to conduct legal research, interpret legislation and summarise the key points of case law Rewards and Benefits: * Hybrid working * Flexible working days Working ho...