Job Description We are now looking for Supervising Solicitors who are either Children Panel or Family Panel Accredited to join our expanding organisation. You will have the opportunity to grow and develop your own team of fee earners along with managing your own caseload.
The Role
• Responsible for a team of Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Assistants
• Successfully manage your own caseload
• Ensure your teams professional knowledge and level of competence are being measured and developed continuously identifying any training needs
• Undertake own advocacy and representation of the clients in court
• Fully instruct counsel, agents and experts when required
• Ensure all court orders are read and actioned accordingly
• Provide clear and comprehensive advice to clients and progress their cases to conclusion
Benefits
• Hybrid working 2 days office / 3 days home
• 9.30am – 5.30pm Monday – Friday
• Pension
• Private Medical Insurance
• 25 days holiday rising a day a year capped at 28 days (excluding bank holidays)
• Life Assurance
We offer a competitive salary along with flexible working conditions, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about working in the legal field and helping families navigate the complexities of childcare law, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Person Specification - Qualified and experienced lawyer (Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive)
- Member of the Law Society’s Children Law or Family Law Accreditation Scheme
- Management / leadership experience
- Proven experience of managing your own caseloads within Public Children Matters
- Self-motivated, clear thinking and able to carry out casework accurately
- Ambitious lawyer committed to your own growth and development
