Children & Families Lawyer

A Local authoirty based in Manchester is seeking an experienced Children & Families Lawyer to join their team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for deputising for the Private Law Principal Lawyer, holding a complex caseload of private law matters, including Judicial Review.

The Children & Families Lawyer will be expected to attend remote hearings in connection with private law matters and deal with emergency matters on the CFLG duty rota.

The role is a contract position and is expected to last for 3 months, with the possibility of extension.

• Deputising for Private Law Principal Lawyer


• Holding a complex caseload of private law matters, including Judicial Review


• Attending remote hearings in connection with private law matters


• Dealing with emergency matters on the CFLG duty rota

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister


• Experience in Children & Families Law


• Experience in Judicial Review


• Ability to work independently and manage a complex caseload


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Competitive hourly rate


• Possibility of extension


• Opportunity to work with a leading local authority

If you are an experienced Children & Families Lawyer with a strong background in Judicial Review, this local authority wants to hear from you.

Apply now👉 don't hesitate to get in touch with Beth Kirby via email, beth.kirby@servicecare.org.uk, or via phone at 01772208969 .

Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.