Adult Social Care Lawyer

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Salary: £47,181

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Location: Hybrid
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Adult Social Care Lawyer to join a busy and supportive legal team within a local authority environment.

This role offers the chance to work on a varied and complex caseload, providing legal advice, advocacy and litigation support across a broad range of adult social care matters.

Key Responsibilities

* Provide expert legal advice on adult social care law, including:

* Care Act 2014

* Mental Capacity Act 2005 (including Court of Protection, DoLS and Re X applications)

* Mental Health Act 1983

* Manage a caseload of complex matters, including judicial review and tribunal proceedings

* Conduct advocacy and represent the authority in courts and tribunals

* Draft legal documents including pleadings, witness statements, reports and orders

* Advise officers, members and stakeholders on legal risk and decision-making

* Support service development and continuous improvement initiatives

This role involves full litigation responsibility and regular engagement with key stakeholders across the organisation .

About You

* Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or FCILEX

* Minimum 3 years’ PQE in adult social care law

* Strong technical xbpsjku expertise across relevant legislation and case law

* Experience managing complex cases and conducting litigation

* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

* Ability to assess and mitigate legal risk effectively

What’s on Offer

* Competitive salary of £47,181

* Hybrid working

* Supportive and collaborative team environment

* Opportunity to work on meaningful, high-impact cases
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Location:
Sheffield
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Social Care

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