Children Law Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive - Sacco Mann
This opportunity offers a chance to work on complex and high-profile children law cases, providing expert legal advice and advocacy in both public and private proceedings.
Job duties:
Handling a variety of cases involving child protection, care proceedings, adoption, surrogacy, and child arrangement ordersProvide expert legal advice on child law issues
Drafting and submitting legal documents such as applications for care orders, child arrangements orders, or adoption applications
Preparing witness statements, instructions to counsel, and disclosure bundles for court proceedings
Conduct court advocacy and represent clients in hearings
Engage in negotiation and alternative dispute resolution to settle disputes outside of court where possible
Maintaining high standards of client care, particularly when dealing with sensitive and emotionally charged situations
Job requirement:
Experience in children law, with a strong understanding of both publicly and privately funded cases.
Panel Membership: Preferably a member of the Law Society Children Panel, or willing to work towards panel membership.Advocacy Skills: Prior experience in conducting your own advocacy is a distinct advantage.
Client Care: Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage with vulnerable clients and handle sensitive matters.
Team Player: A collaborative, flexible, and driven professional who can support colleagues and work efficiently within a team.
If you would be interested in knowing more about this Tamworth based Children Law Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive role, please contact Jenny Vickerstaff on 0161 831 8666 or email jenny.vickerstaff@saccomann.com