Locum Adult Social Care Lawyer – Greater London – Remote – £60 per hour

Job Title: Adult Social Care LawyerCouncil: London Borough Council Working Pattern: Full-time – Fully remoteRate: £60 per hour (umbrella)Duration: 3 months + (potential for extension)

Venn Group’s public sector legal team is working with a Local Authority, who are seeking an experienced Adult Social Care Lawyer to join their legal team on a locum basis. This role offers a fully remote working arrangement and requires an experienced lawyer who is confident in conducting their own advocacy.

Job Overview:

This role will focus on Adult Social Care (ASC) matters, including Court of Protection (COP) cases, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), Section 16-18 DoLS (Education), and roundtable discussions. The successful candidate must be comfortable handling their own advocacy, with hearings conducted remotely.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage a caseload covering all aspects of Adult Social Care law
Handle Court of Protection (COP) matters, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), and Section 16-18 DoLS (Education) cases
Represent the council in roundtable discussions and hearings
Conduct own advocacy, with all hearings held remotely
Provide clear and practical legal advice to social care teams, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation

Requirements:

Qualified solicitor, barrister, or FILEx Legal Executive with experience in adult social care law
Strong knowledge of Mental Capacity Act 2005, Care Act 2014, and Human Rights Act 1998
Experience in Court of Protection cases, DoLS, and education-related DoLS matters
Advocacy experience is essential – must be comfortable representing the council in hearings
Ability to manage a high-volume caseload independently in a fully remote role

While experience in all areas is desirable, candidates with transferable skills and a willingness to develop in local government adult social care law are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply:

For further details, please contact Jade Gorrod at Venn Group:/

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. All salaries and PQE ranges stated serve only as a guide, and all applicants will be considered on their individual merits.

Locum Adult Social Care Lawyer – Greater London – Remote – £60 per hour