Senior Adult Social Care Lawyer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Manage a diverse and intricate Adult Social Care caseload.

• Provide legal guidance on the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Mental Health Act 1983, and Health and Social Care Act 2008.

• Offer advice on Ordinary Residence, Safeguarding, Provider Failures, Section 117 Aftercare, and Community Care Responsibilities.

• Draft and submit applications to the Court of Protection and High Court.

• Handle Deputyship Applications, Welfare and Best Interests Applications, Deprivation of Liberty Matters, Section 21A Challenges, Judicial Reviews, and Inherent Jurisdiction Applications.

• Attend court hearings and conduct advocacy when necessary.

• Negotiate settlements and represent the Local Authority in legal proceedings.

• Provide advice and support to Adult Social Care services and partner organizations.

• Deliver training and guidance to various departments and directorates.

• Assist the Principal Lawyer and offer coverage as required.

• Aid in supervisory and management responsibilities within the legal team.

• Keep abreast of legal developments and case law.

• Contribute to delivering a client-focused legal service.

⛳️ Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEX eligible to practice in England and Wales.

• Current practising certificate.

• Extensive post-qualification experience in Adult Social Care Law.

• Comprehensive understanding of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Mental Health Act 1983, and Health and Social Care Act 2008.

• Significant experience handling Court of Protection cases.

• Proven capability to independently manage complex Adult Social Care cases.

• Experience in advocacy and making court appearances.

• Outstanding skills in legal drafting, communication, and negotiation.

• Strong research and analytical skills.

• Ability to manage a challenging caseload while meeting deadlines.

• Prior experience in a Local Authority legal context is desirable.

• Experience in supervising or mentoring junior staff is advantageous.

• Background in acting as a deputy for senior legal managers is preferred.

• Experience in delivering legal training to operational services is beneficial.

• Experience within a Lexcel-accredited legal practice is desirable.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote working opportunities.

• Bi-weekly payment schedule.

• Supportive environment within the Local Authority legal team.

• High level of autonomy and responsibility.

• Opportunity to manage a varied Adult Social Care caseload.

• Extensive involvement with Court of Protection and safeguarding matters.