Senior SEN Lawyer

Overview

We are recruiting a Senior SEN Lawyer with management responsibilities to join a growing Legal Firm working on behalf of local authorities based in the East Midlands. This is a full‑time position with a salary band of £52,000 to £60,000 (subject to experience) and a locum role is negotiable on experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of paralegals (and, where applicable, Trainee Solicitors and newly qualified lawyers).
• Provide professional legal services to public sector and not‑for‑profit clients regarding Special Educational Needs and education.
• Manage a complex caseload, mainly SEN Tribunal cases, with minimal supervision.
• Attend client liaison meetings to discuss ongoing cases and ensure high‑quality service.
• Advocate in case‑management hearings and final hearings in the First‑tier SEND Tribunal and instruct counsel as appropriate.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience of SEN court and Tribunal procedures.
• Experience of conducting complex caseloads.
• Ability to conduct legal research, interpret legislation and summarise key points of case law.

Benefits

• Hybrid working.
• Flexible working days.

Working Hours

• 37 hours per week.
• Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm.
• On‑site once per month.

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

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