Your new company

A local authority legal team is seeking an experienced Adult Social Care Solicitor to join on a rolling contract with a long-term outlook. You’ll be joining a supportive, highly collaborative in‑house environment handling impactful Adult Social Care work at a busy time for the department.

Your new role

You’ll provide specialist legal advice across Adult Social Care services with a strong focus on Court of Protection matters. Key responsibilities include:

• Advising ASC services on a full range of Care Act and Mental Capacity Act issues

• Managing Court of Protection cases (including drafting applications and orders)

• Instructing and liaising with counsel

• Handling ordinary residence, funding disputes, and Mental Health Act queries

• Running professionals’ meetings and engaging directly with internal clients

• Monitoring relevant case law and providing practical updates to colleagues
  
  This is a hands‑on role in a busy team where you’ll be trusted to work autonomously from day one.
  
  

What you'll need to succeed

• Qualified Solicitor/Barrister/CILEX

• Strong Local Authority legal experience (essential)

• Solid background in Adult Social Care law & Court of Protection work (including Care Act 2014, Mental Health Act 1986)

• Ability to manage a fast-moving caseload with minimal supervision

• Confident communicator able to advise non‑lawyers clearly and pragmatically

What you'll get in return

• Rolling contract with long‑term potential

• Immediate start

• Competitive day rate

• Flexible working and a supportive in‑house environment

• High‑impact legal work that makes a real difference

What you need to do now

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