Lawyer - Action Against Authorities

1 week ago


Birmingham UK, West Midlands, United Kingdom Alexander Lyons Solutions Full time

Claims Against Public Authorities Solicitor



Alexander Lyons Solutions are recruiting a thriving Law Firm who are seeking a 3 year PQE lawyer specialising Claims Against Public Authorities to work in their established, compassionate team.


The role offers a unique chance to make a tangible difference in the realm of civil liberties.

As a member of the CAPA and Inquest department, the successful candidate will be at the forefront of protecting individual rights and ensuring justice is served.


This role provides a platform to work on high-profile cases, engage in meaningful legal battles, and contribute to the expansion of a reputable firm. The position also offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work with a dedicated team of legal experts.



The Role:

We are seeking an experienced Solicitor to enhance its CAPA and Inquest department.

The role demands supervisory experience and involves conducting supervised casework while supporting other lawyers within the department.

Responsibilities include case preparation, legal research, client and witness interviews, and attendance at court hearings and conferences.

Additionally, the role involves assisting with an outsourcing project.



Main Responsibilities:

- Reporting directly to the Department Director

- Providing professional, proactive client care with a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of client needs

- Managing a mixed caseload of inquest work, complaints against public authorities, and pre- and post-issue claimant litigation

- Supervising a small team and managing appropriate caseload types

- Making CCMS applications to the LAA

- Attending clients, taking instructions, briefing and liaising with counsel, and negotiating with defendants, the IOPC, and other legal professionals

- Handling correspondence and identifying funding options

- Running a varied and challenging caseload

- Assisting in marketing the department and the firm through social media

- Contributing to the expansion of the department


Key Skills Required:

- Solicitor with 3+ years PQE in Civil Liberties/CAPA work

- Essential supervisory experience

- Ability to work towards KPIs and performance targets

- Experience with publicly funded cases (CW1/Legal Help and Licensed/Certificated Work) and CCMS

- Demonstrable experience in all areas of Claimant litigation

- Strong theoretical knowledge and practical experience of the Civil Procedure Rules

- Excellent research, analytical, and critical thinking skills

- Knowledge and practical experience of applications for judicial review

- Effective organisational skills, able to work under pressure to tight deadlines

- Must meet LAA supervisor criteria for Legal Aid contract purposes


Please apply with a WORD CV.



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