Adult Care Solicitor

3 days ago


Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom Vox Network Consultants Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Solicitor to join our team in South West England. As a Solicitor, you will be responsible for providing expert legal advice to Council Officers and Members on various matters, including anti-social behaviour, housing, landlord and tenant, civil and criminal litigation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Draft, prepare and collate legal documentation, including pleadings, witness statements, summonses, complaints, indictments and other legal documents.
  • Advise on law and evidence, and brief Counsel in accordance with the Legal Services' procedures.
  • Monitor changes in legislation and case law affecting the range of matters dealt with in the team, and update other team members and clients.
  • Provide expert advice to Council Officers and Members on matters relating to anti-social behaviour, housing, landlord and tenant, civil and criminal litigation.
  • Advise and assist Directors and Assistant Directors on council policies and practices, and identify any contraventions to ensure Council compliance with legislation.
  • Experience of advocacy in the Magistrates' and County Court.
  • Broad knowledge of local government law or equivalent knowledge.
  • Knowledge and experience of civil and criminal litigation.
  • Local Authority experience.
Contract Details
  • Initial 3 to 6 month ongoing contract with the opportunity to extend.
  • PAYE via Umbrella.
  • Monday to Friday.

As the role is Local Authority based, candidates will be asked to complete onboarding & compliance checks including DBS & online training modules prior to starting.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £60.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5 per week

Schedule: Monday to Friday



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