Senior Lawyer (ASC)

We are currently partnering with one of the largest Unitary Council the UK with over 250,000 residents, who are recruiting for a Senior Lawyer (ASC) to join their team on a temporary three-month basis.

They are fleshing out the team as they have brought this area of Law back in House. Therefore, there are more long-term opportunities for the candidates that are interested.

This is available as a full-time basis with a flexible rate that is negotiable dependant on experience.

This role is hybrid requiring an office presence once a week. It is mainly based in Northamptonshire with need to come into the office every Thursday as well as attending Court when required.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Undertake a caseload of Adult Social Care matters
• Provide detailed and accurate advice on the Council’s responsibilities under the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Health and Social Care Act 2008 and Mental Health Act 1983
• Provide legal advice and support across a broad range of areas including Ordinary Residence, safeguarding, provider failure S117 aftercare
• Submit applications to the Court of Protection and high Court e.g COP applications for Deputyship, welfare and best interests, DOL, S21a challenges, JR and inherent jurisdiction
• Attend court, negotiate and conduct your own advocacy

Experience required:

• Previous experience working within Local Government
• Be able to undertake and manage a large caseload of Adult Social Care matters
• To undertake all of the responsibilities with minimal managerial support
• Must be able to do their own advocacy

Working hours:

• Full time (35 hours a week)
• Monday to Friday (9-5)
• Office presence required once a week - every Thursday and attend Court when needed

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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