Community Care Solicitor

Community Care Solicitor

Location: Stratford, East London

Salary: From £47,000

Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

About the Role

Our client, a highly regarded Legal 500 practice, is seeking a Community Care Solicitor to join its established team in East London. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with experience in Community Care and Public Law to join a growing department recognised for representing vulnerable individuals in complex and often life-changing matters. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload and work alongside experienced practitioners in a supportive and collaborative environment

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of Community Care matters from inception through to conclusion.
• Advising clients on local authority duties and obligations under community care legislation.
• Representing clients in matters relating to care assessments, care packages, support services and social care provision.
• Preparing applications, witness statements, pleadings and correspondence.
• Conducting Legal Aid-funded work in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Liaising with local authorities, healthcare professionals, advocates and other stakeholders.
• Assisting with Judicial Review proceedings and related Public Law matters where appropriate.
• Maintaining exceptional standards of client care and file management.

Candidate Profile

Essential

• Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or equivalent legal professional.
• Experience handling Community Care and/or Public Law matters.
• Experience working within a Legal Aid environment.Strong drafting, advocacy and case management skills.
• Excellent communication and client care abilities.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload with minimal supervision.

Desirable

• Experience of Judicial Review proceedings.
• Knowledge of Housing, Court of Protection or wider Public Law matters.
• Experience representing vulnerable clients.
• Existing referral relationships within the sector.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary starting from £47,000, with flexibility for experienced candidates.
• Opportunity to join a respected and growing specialist practice.
• High-quality, meaningful work with genuine social impact.
• Supportive and collaborative working culture.
• Excellent prospects for career progression and professional development.

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