Senior Adult Social Care Lawyer

Senior Adult Social Care Lawyer – 3 Month Contract

Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee a complex caseload related to Adult Social Care.
  
• Offer legal counsel on:
  • Care Act 2014
    
  • Mental Capacity Act 2005
    
  • Mental Health Act 1983
    
  • Health and Social Care Act 2008
    
• Provide advice on:
  • Ordinary Residence
    
  • Safeguarding
    
  • Provider Failure
    
  • Section 117 Aftercare
    
  • Community Care Responsibilities
    
• Prepare and file applications to:
  • Court of Protection
    
  • High Court
    
• Handle cases involving:
  • Deputyship Applications
    
  • Welfare and Best Interests Applications
    
  • Deprivation of Liberty Matters
    
  • Section 21A Challenges
    
  • Judicial Reviews
    
  • Inherent Jurisdiction Applications
    
• Attend court hearings and perform advocacy as needed.
  
• Negotiate settlements and represent the Local Authority in legal proceedings.
  
• Offer legal advice and support to Adult Social Care services and partner organizations.
  
• Provide training and guidance to various departments and directorates.
  
• Support the Principal Lawyer and step in as needed.
  
• Assist with supervisory and management duties within the legal team.
  
• Stay updated on legal developments to ensure advice is aligned with current laws and case law.
  
• Contribute to the enhancement of a customer-focused legal service.
  

Essential

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEX eligible to practice in England and Wales.
  
• Valid practising certificate.
  
• Extensive post-qualification experience in Adult Social Care Law.
  
• In-depth knowledge of:
  • Care Act 2014
    
  • Mental Capacity Act 2005
    
  • Mental Health Act 1983
    
  • Health and Social Care Act 2008
    
• Significant experience with Court of Protection cases.
  
• Proven ability to manage complex Adult Social Care cases independently.
  
• Experience in advocacy and court appearances.
  
• Exceptional skills in legal drafting, communication, and negotiation.
  
• Strong research and analytical capabilities.
  
• Ability to handle a demanding caseload and meet deadlines.
  

Desirable

• Previous experience in a Local Authority legal setting.
  
• Experience in supervising or mentoring junior staff.
  
• Experience acting as a deputy for senior legal managers.
  
• Experience in delivering legal training to operational services.
  
• Experience working in a Lexcel-accredited legal practice.
  

What's on Offer?

• £55.00 per hour (Umbrella)
  
• 3 Month Contract
  
• Remote Working
  
• First Day Office Attendance Required for IT Collection
  
• Bi-Weekly Pay
  
• Opportunity to manage a diverse Adult Social Care caseload.
  
• Extensive work with Court of Protection and safeguarding.
  
• High degree of autonomy and responsibility.
  
• Supportive environment within the Local Authority legal team.