Remote Childcare Solicitor  needed Paying  £40 per hr ref 479959

Full time hours on a temporary basis

• Manage a varied caseload of childcare and family law matters, including public law and private law proceedings.
• Advise clients on matters relating to child protection, care proceedings, adoption, fostering, special guardianship orders, and child arrangements.
• Prepare legal documents, witness statements, court applications, and pleadings.
• Represent clients at all stages of court proceedings, including Family Court hearings and tribunals where required.
• Provide clear, accurate, and practical legal advice to clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Work closely with social workers, Children's Services, Cafcass, barristers, and other professionals involved in children's cases.
• Conduct legal research and keep up to date with changes in childcare legislation, case law, and government guidance.
• Ensure compliance with Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) standards and all relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
• Undertake advocacy where appropriate.
• Attend meetings, conferences, and case reviews relating to child welfare matters.
• Maintain accurate case records and manage matters efficiently within timescales and budget requirements.

 If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to [email protected] quoting the reference number. 

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