Childcare Lawyer

Posted 05 December 2023
Salary c.£50 per hour via an Umbrella company
LocationWest Midlands
Job type Temporary
Discipline Legal
Reference44719
Contact NameKatrina Nielson

Job description

Our client based in the West Midlands, is currently recruiting for a Childcare Lawyer, on a locum basis for 3-months initially.

The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis, offering an hourly rate of circa. £50p/hour UMB.

The ideal candidate will have significant post-qualification experience working within a local authority and be able and willing to attend advocacy hearings in person when required.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

  • Picking up a mixed caseload of matters

  • Handling your own advocacy at both attended and virtual hearings, at Family and Magistrates Court

  • Ensuring that deadlines are chased and met in accordance with court directions set

Experience required:

  • Qualified Solicitor

  • Attending both in person and virtual advocacy hearings

Working hours:

  • 37 hours per week

  • Monday – Friday

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

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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