Adult Care Lawyer

4 weeks ago


Huddersfield, Kirklees, United Kingdom Kirklees Council Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives to join our Safeguarding Children and Adults Legal Team. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for preparing cases for court, appearing as advocate, and providing advice and representation in relation to safeguarding adults.

You will work closely with our social work teams to provide services to vulnerable children and adults, and will have the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge in legal services.

We are looking for someone who is ambitious to develop their skills and knowledge in legal services, and wants to make a difference to local people.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare cases for court using our excellent case management and court bundling systems.
  • Appear as advocate and instruct counsel where required.
  • Provide advice and representation in relation to safeguarding adults.
  • Work closely with our social work teams to provide services to vulnerable children and adults.
Requirements

We are looking for someone who is a qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives, with some experience in at least one of the following areas:

  • Children Act 1989 – Public & Private Law Applications
  • Adoption and Children Act 2002 – Public & Private Law Applications
  • Care Act 2014
  • Mental Health Act 1983
  • Community Care, Mental Capacity Act 2005
  • Advocacy in public & private children proceedings
  • Advocacy in public or private law adoption or special guardianship applications
  • Judicial Review/Administrative Law
What We Offer

Kirklees Council offers a range of benefits to its employees, including:

  • 27.5 days annual leave increasing to 32.5 after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays).
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • Travel and parking discounts
  • Exceptional Maternity and Paternity leave policies
  • Local Government Pension
  • Access to Employee Healthcare that offers a range of services from counselling to physiotherapy and health assessments.
  • Hybrid working

Learn more about Kirklees Council Staff Benefits.



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