Solicitor

Service Care Solutions are supporting the Scottish Covid-19 Inquiry who are looking for a qualified solicitor or advocate with a passion for supporting impactful legal work. We are seeking a dedicated Covid-19 Solicitor to join a high-profile public inquiry team based in Edinburgh. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to Scotland’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, working on a key legal project that aims to establish facts and learn lessons from the strategic handling of the pandemic in Scotland. If you are looking to make a difference while developing your legal expertise, this Covid-19 Solicitor role could be perfect for you

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing legal advice to the Chair and Inquiry teams
• Identifying, recovering, and analysing documentary evidence
• Developing lines of inquiry and identifying relevant witnesses
• Taking witness statements and supporting evidence gathering
• Managing disclosure and redaction exercises
• Liaising with Counsel and external legal representatives

We’re looking for candidates with:

• Qualification as a solicitor or advocate in Scottish Law
• Strong legal analysis and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility, adaptability, and a collaborative approach

Benefits of the Covid-19 Solicitor Role:

• The opportunity to work on a nationally significant Inquiry
• Exposure to complex public law and inquiry work
• Professional development within a supportive legal team
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid – 2 days in office)

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