Childcare Solicitor

Childcare Solicitor

Location: Coventry

A well-established law firm is seeking an experienced Childcare Solicitor to join its Care Department in Coventry.

This is an excellent opportunity for a committed solicitor with experience in public law children and childcare matters to manage their own caseload and provide high-quality legal advice and representation to vulnerable clients and families.

Benefits

• 23 days' holiday, increasing with service
• Additional birthday day
• 2 additional days for Christmas shutdown
• Company pension
• Free parking
• Enhanced sick pay increasing with service
• Flexible working, with part-time applications and flexibility in hours considered

The Role

• Manage a varied caseload of childcare and public law children matters
• Advise and represent parents, grandparents, guardians and other eligible clients
• Handle care proceedings, Interim Care Orders, Emergency Protection Orders, Supervision Orders, Special Guardianship Orders and adoption matters
• Prepare applications, statements, position statements and other court documentation
• Attend court hearings and undertake advocacy where appropriate
• Work closely with counsel, local authorities, courts, experts and other professionals
• Provide compassionate, clear and practical advice to clients
• Ensure files, deadlines and Legal Aid requirements are managed effectivelyon
• Contribute to the development and reputation of the Care Department

About You

• Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales
• Experience in childcare/public law children matters
• Strong knowledge of childcare legislation and court processes
• Able to manage an independent caseload
• Strong advocacy, drafting and negotiation skills
• Legal Aid and duty scheme experience would be advantageous
• Membership of the Association of Lawyers for Children or Resolution would be desirable