Adult Social Care Lawyer

Salary: £47,181
Location: Hybrid / Local Authority
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Adult Social Care Lawyer to join a busy and supportive legal team within a local authority environment.

This role offers the chance to work on a varied and complex caseload, providing legal advice, advocacy and litigation support across a broad range of adult social care matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on adult social care law, including:
  • Care Act 2014
  • Mental Capacity Act 2005 (including Court of Protection, DoLS and Re X applications)
  • Mental Health Act 1983
• Manage a caseload of complex matters, including judicial review and tribunal proceedings
• Conduct advocacy and represent the authority in courts and tribunals
• Draft legal documents including pleadings, witness statements, reports and orders
• Advise officers, members and stakeholders on legal risk and decision-making
• Support service development and continuous improvement initiatives

This role involves full litigation responsibility and regular engagement with key stakeholders across the organisation .

About You

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or FCILEX
• Minimum 3 years’ PQE in adult social care law
• Strong technical expertise across relevant legislation and case law
• Experience managing complex cases and conducting litigation
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to assess and mitigate legal risk effectively

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary of £47,181
• Hybrid working
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to work on meaningful, high-impact cases