Child care Lawyer
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Job Location:
Northamptonshire - UK
Monthly Salary:
£ 60 - 60
Posted on:
17 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Key Responsibilities:
Provide expert legal advice and representation in child care safeguarding and family law matters.
Independently manage cases from inception to resolution including drafting pleadings preparing evidence and conducting hearings.
Advocate effectively in court including representing clients in complex and contested child care proceedings.
Liaise with local authorities social workers guardians and other stakeholders to ensure the best outcomes for children.
Mentor junior lawyers and support staff sharing expertise in child care law and advocacy.
Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with professional and regulatory obligations.
Stay up-to-date with changes in child care law policy and practice and provide guidance to the team accordingly.
Requirements
Qualified solicitor or barrister with full rights of audience in relevant courts.
Proven experience in managing own caseload and conducting advocacy in complex child care cases.
Strong knowledge of relevant legislation regulations and case law relating to child protection and welfare.
Excellent drafting negotiation and advocacy skills.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with sensitivity to clients needs
- Bi-Weekly Payments
- 36 Working Hours Per Week
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Key Skills
- Time Management
- Microsoft Office
- Communication skills
- Computer Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Banking
- Legal Research
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Underwriting
- Phone Etiquette
