Family Solicitor Care

Family Solicitor Care | Bromsgrove

Office Based | £50k – £60k

This role involves handling a varied and rewarding caseload of public and private children law matters, working closely with vulnerable clients and making a genuine difference to families and children’s lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a diverse caseload of public and private children law matters, including complex care proceedings.
• Representing parents, children, guardians, and other parties in care and family proceedings.
• Conducting advocacy, attending Court hearings and contested matters.
• Providing clear, practical, and empathetic legal advice to clients throughout their matter.
• Preparing cases effectively, drafting legal documents, witness statements, and Court applications.
• Working closely with clients, Counsel, experts, local authorities, and other stakeholders.
• Ensuring compliance with Legal Aid Agency requirements, regulatory obligations, and internal procedures.
• Managing deadlines effectively while maintaining exceptional standards of client care.
• Contributing positively to a supportive team culture and assisting with the continued development of the department.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 5 years’ PQE.
• Significant experience handling both public and private children law matters.
• Strong advocacy skills with the confidence to represent clients at Court.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently while working collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and client care skills.
• Professional, approachable, and empathetic manner when dealing with vulnerable clients.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively under pressure.

Desirable

• Law Society Children Law Accreditation.
• Eligibility to meet Legal Aid Agency Supervisor requirements.
• Candidates actively working towards Children Panel Accreditation or Supervisor Status are also encouraged to apply.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary of £50,000 – £60,000 depending on experience.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• High-quality work within an established and respected Care Department.
• Long-term career development opportunities.

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