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Child Panel Solicitor

2 months ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Child Panel Solicitor to join our team at Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment in Central London. As a Child Panel Solicitor, you will be responsible for providing legal representation to children in care proceedings, advising on care and child protection matters, and conducting advocacy in court.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Representing Children in Care Proceedings:
  • Provide legal representation for children in care proceedings, ensuring their rights and interests are effectively advocated in court.
  1. Advising on Care and Child Protection Matters:
  • Offer expert legal advice to children, guardians, and families on issues related to care proceedings, child protection, and family law matters.
  1. Conducting Advocacy:
  • Act as an advocate in court, presenting cases, cross-examining witnesses, and making submissions on behalf of the child or their guardian.
  1. Case Management:
  • Manage a caseload of complex and sensitive care proceedings, ensuring timely and thorough preparation for each case, including gathering evidence, drafting documents, and liaising with other professionals.
  1. Client Care and Communication:
  • Maintain high standards of client care, ensuring clear, empathetic, and effective communication with children, their families, and other professionals involved in the case.
  1. Collaborating with Multidisciplinary Teams:
  • Work closely with social workers, guardians, medical experts, and other professionals to gather information, provide legal guidance, and develop case strategies.
  1. Legal Aid Management:
  • Ensure compliance with legal aid regulations and manage the financial aspects of cases, including applying for and justifying legal aid funding where necessary.
  1. Court Documentation and Reporting:
  • Draft and review court documents, including statements, orders, and reports, ensuring accuracy and adherence to legal standards.
  1. Training and Development:
  • Participate in ongoing professional development, including training sessions, seminars, and workshops, to enhance legal knowledge and advocacy skills.
The Ideal Candidate
  • An experienced Childcare Solicitor (must be Child Panel accredited)
  • Proficient in advising families on Care proceedings and legally aided matters
  • Experience with complex cases involving medical issues is advantageous
  • Prior experience in representing children in care proceedings
  • Possesses excellent client care and communication skills
Benefits
  • Bonus scheme
  • Flexible/ hybrid working
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Training/ development