Job Title: Adults Litigation Solicitor Location: Dorchester Contract Type: Temporary (6 months- starting May) Salary: 65-70 per hour (DOE) About Us Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract, and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of being ethical, trustworthy, and caring, with profits returned to our Local Authority shareholders. About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Locum Adults Litigation Solicitor to join Dorset Council's Legal Services team on a temporary 6-month basis. This role requires an experienced Adult Social Care lawyer with some management experience, capable of handling a complex and busy caseload while supporting the wider team. Key Responsibilities: Manage a busy caseload of adult social care litigation matters. Handle Court of Protection cases, including Section 21A and welfare applications. Provide clear, written legal advice on a variety of matters including: Care Act Mental Capacity Act Section 117 Mental Health Act Provide legal advice to internal stakeholders across the Council. Draft legal documentation and undertake advocacy where required. Liaise with external counsel and other relevant bodies. Support and contribute to team management where appropriate. Keep up to date with relevant legislation and provide training or updates to colleagues as necessary . Qualifications and Skills: Essential: Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal Executive. Significant experience in Adult Social Care law. Experience handling Court of Protection matters (including s21A and welfare). Strong litigation experience, ideally within a local authority context. Experience providing advice on the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and s117 Mental Health Act. Some management or supervisory experience. Excellent advocacy, communication, and drafting skills. Ability to manage a busy caseload with minimal supervision. Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills. Desirable: Prior experience in local government law. Familiarity with Local Authority procedures and governance. Additional Information: Hybrid working arrangement Monday to Friday Up to 37 hours per week Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Apr 01, 2026
Seasonal
Job Title: Adults Litigation Solicitor Location: Dorchester Contract Type: Temporary (6 months- starting May) Salary: 65-70 per hour (DOE) About Us Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract, and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of being ethical, trustworthy, and caring, with profits returned to our Local Authority shareholders. About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Locum Adults Litigation Solicitor to join Dorset Council's Legal Services team on a temporary 6-month basis. This role requires an experienced Adult Social Care lawyer with some management experience, capable of handling a complex and busy caseload while supporting the wider team. Key Responsibilities: Manage a busy caseload of adult social care litigation matters. Handle Court of Protection cases, including Section 21A and welfare applications. Provide clear, written legal advice on a variety of matters including: Care Act Mental Capacity Act Section 117 Mental Health Act Provide legal advice to internal stakeholders across the Council. Draft legal documentation and undertake advocacy where required. Liaise with external counsel and other relevant bodies. Support and contribute to team management where appropriate. Keep up to date with relevant legislation and provide training or updates to colleagues as necessary . Qualifications and Skills: Essential: Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal Executive. Significant experience in Adult Social Care law. Experience handling Court of Protection matters (including s21A and welfare). Strong litigation experience, ideally within a local authority context. Experience providing advice on the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and s117 Mental Health Act. Some management or supervisory experience. Excellent advocacy, communication, and drafting skills. Ability to manage a busy caseload with minimal supervision. Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills. Desirable: Prior experience in local government law. Familiarity with Local Authority procedures and governance. Additional Information: Hybrid working arrangement Monday to Friday Up to 37 hours per week Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Locum Adults Lawyer Remote working 55-65 p/hr A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Adults Social Care Lawyer to join a reputable, well-respected local authority on a locum basis in the Midlands. This will be a remote working role, a rolling long-term contract. The duties of the Adults Social Care Lawyer will include: Dealing with Deprivation of Liberty cases Advising on Court of Protection matters Ordinary Residence Judicial Review The benefits of the Adults Social Care Lawyer will include; Remote working Long term contract Flexible working hours Supportive team Ideally our client is looking for a qualified Adults Lawyer with local authority experience but will consider those with transferable and relevant skills. We work very closely with this client and the team is lovely to work with. How to apply for the Adults Lawyer role; Should you require further information or wish to discuss your suitability before applying please contact India Langman in our Manchester office for a confidential discussion. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
Oct 06, 2025
Seasonal
Locum Adults Lawyer Remote working 55-65 p/hr A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Adults Social Care Lawyer to join a reputable, well-respected local authority on a locum basis in the Midlands. This will be a remote working role, a rolling long-term contract. The duties of the Adults Social Care Lawyer will include: Dealing with Deprivation of Liberty cases Advising on Court of Protection matters Ordinary Residence Judicial Review The benefits of the Adults Social Care Lawyer will include; Remote working Long term contract Flexible working hours Supportive team Ideally our client is looking for a qualified Adults Lawyer with local authority experience but will consider those with transferable and relevant skills. We work very closely with this client and the team is lovely to work with. How to apply for the Adults Lawyer role; Should you require further information or wish to discuss your suitability before applying please contact India Langman in our Manchester office for a confidential discussion. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
Adult Locum Solicitor (or equivalent) 6 month initial assignment 55-65 umbrella per hour Great client! Our client is seeking an experienced ASC locum lawyer to join their adult team. The team consists of 1 other lawyer dedicated to ASC work, meaning support is available and the team works well to manage all cases effectively. You will report into the Senior Solicitor and daily tasks will include (but not be limited to): - Court of Protection proceedings - DOLs matters - LPS and section 117 - Care Act 2014 responsibilities - Mental Health Act 1983 - Mental Capacity Act 2005 - Working on policy documents - Defending section 21A challenges - Ordinary residence disputes This is an ideal role for a lawyer already experienced in local government ASC work and cases, or possibly an adult specialist from a private practice background seeking to break into Public Sector law. The role can be worked on a 4 or 5 day basis and this client allows remote working for the duration of the assignment. All necessary IT will be provided by the end client. For an informal discussion, or to apply, please contact Kate Jasper in our Manchester office. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
Sep 23, 2025
Contractor
Adult Locum Solicitor (or equivalent) 6 month initial assignment 55-65 umbrella per hour Great client! Our client is seeking an experienced ASC locum lawyer to join their adult team. The team consists of 1 other lawyer dedicated to ASC work, meaning support is available and the team works well to manage all cases effectively. You will report into the Senior Solicitor and daily tasks will include (but not be limited to): - Court of Protection proceedings - DOLs matters - LPS and section 117 - Care Act 2014 responsibilities - Mental Health Act 1983 - Mental Capacity Act 2005 - Working on policy documents - Defending section 21A challenges - Ordinary residence disputes This is an ideal role for a lawyer already experienced in local government ASC work and cases, or possibly an adult specialist from a private practice background seeking to break into Public Sector law. The role can be worked on a 4 or 5 day basis and this client allows remote working for the duration of the assignment. All necessary IT will be provided by the end client. For an informal discussion, or to apply, please contact Kate Jasper in our Manchester office. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
