Adult Social Care Solicitor

Adult Social Care Solicitor

Rate: £55-£65 per hour - Negotiable DOE
Contract Length: 3-6-month initial contract
West Midlands Local Authority
Flexible Hybrid Working // Fully Remote

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Adult Social Care Solicitor to join a local authority based in the West Midlands. This is a key opportunity to provide high-quality legal services and advice across all aspects of adult social care law, helping to safeguard some of the most vulnerable members of our community. You will manage a varied caseload, including complex and sensitive matters, provide specialist legal opinions, and undertake advocacy in a wide range of courts and tribunals - including the Court of Protection.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake all aspects of adults' social care legal work, including managing a complex personal caseload.
• Provide legal advice and representation on sensitive adult social care matters.
• Act as advocate in courts and tribunals, particularly the Court of Protection.
• Draft and prepare a wide range of legal documentation with accuracy and clarity.
• Provide specialist legal advice to panels and boards and attend as clerk or advisor where required.

Key Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister, entitled to practise in England.
• A thorough knowledge of adult social care law and the statutory/regulatory framework.
• Demonstrable experience of advocacy in courts and tribunals relating to adult services.
• Strong drafting skills and proven ability to provide accurate, practical legal advice.

About Spencer Clarke Group

Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and provide expert career advice along the way.

When you join us, you will receive:

• Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunities
• Free DBS checks
• Post Placement Aftercare
• Loyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionals

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