This is a remote position.

Senior Adult Social Care Lawyer – 3 Month Contract

Location: Northamptonshire
Rate: £55.00 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract: 3 Month Contract
Hours: Full Time
Working Pattern: Remote Working
Office Attendance: Required on the first day to collect IT equipment
Pay: Bi-Weekly

Summary

A Local Authority is in search of a seasoned Senior Adult Social Care Lawyer to join its Legal Services team on a temporary basis. This role offers a unique opportunity for a legal expert in adult social care to handle a diverse and challenging caseload, deliver specialized legal counsel on a wide array of adult social care issues, and contribute to the provision of top-tier legal services. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with Adult Social Care teams, senior officials, and various stakeholders, offering guidance on statutory duties, Court of Protection cases, safeguarding, and mental health laws.

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

Requirements

Requirements:

• 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.
  

Ideal for candidates with experience as a Senior Adult Social Care Lawyer, Adult Social Care Solicitor, Court of Protection Lawyer, Senior Solicitor, Community Care Lawyer, Mental Capacity Lawyer, Local Government Lawyer, or Adult Services Legal Advisor.