A legal services firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a qualified Barrister or Lawyer to join their Social Care and Education Legal Team. The role involves conducting trials, providing high-quality advocacy primarily in child care matters, and representing clients in Family and High Courts. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of child protection laws, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to operate effectively within a corporate context. This position offers competitive hourly pay and the potential for ongoing development in legal advocacy.
Mar 03, 2026
Full time
A legal services firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a qualified Barrister or Lawyer to join their Social Care and Education Legal Team. The role involves conducting trials, providing high-quality advocacy primarily in child care matters, and representing clients in Family and High Courts. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of child protection laws, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to operate effectively within a corporate context. This position offers competitive hourly pay and the potential for ongoing development in legal advocacy.
Duties and Responsibilities Deal with analysis, research, drafting, advice and advocacy arising within the Social Care and Education Legal Team. To have the conduct of trials ranging from 1 to 10 days in duration. Under the strategic direction of the Practice Lead, Social Care and Education Team to undertake all advocacy primarily in child care matters and to ensure the provision of a high quality, efficient, cost effective and customer focused service. To contribute to the financial and business management of the Social Care and Education team. Appear as the organisation's advocate at preliminary, unopposed and complex contested hearings ranging from 1 day to 10 days duration in the Family Court and High Court in child care and adoption proceedings and at other tribunals and courts as required in non-child care proceedings with minimum supervision. Incorporate changes to practice within the Social Care and Education team as a result of statutory, policy or other changes and in so doing to recognise and report any budgetary or resource implications and to ensure value for money is achieved. Responsible for the provision of advocacy in complex contested child care proceedings, including representation at short notice in emergency hearings, ensuring that work is reflective of best practice, is of a high professional standard and is cost effective. Develop and obtain knowledge in Special Education Needs Tribunals and Adult Social Care and be responsible for the provision of advocacy if appropriate. Be able to enter complex negotiations, provide innovative, creative advice to clients in a pressurised environment. Prepare and process the more complex and sensitive documents relevant to care proceedings before all levels of court, including the evaluation of evidence and to provide advice and guidance in respect of complex areas of law and practice to other team members and client departments as appropriate. Advising on complex policies and procedures relating to the Councils' child care functions. Personal Requirements Qualified Barrister or Lawyer with right of audience. Good knowledge and experience of advocacy and attending hearings on behalf of the SLLP. Specialise knowledge of English law and practice in relation to child protection and adoption. An ability to acquire and maintain knowledge in relation to community care and education. Highly developed negotiating and listening skills with various groups of people and in a variety of different settings, including some of which may potentially end in conflict. Awareness of current issues relevant to local authorities, ability to assist in delivering the Council's corporate objectives and to operate effectively within a corporate context. Working Hours 35 hrs / 9:00am - 17:00pm / Monday - Friday Pay £50.00 per hour Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.
Mar 03, 2026
Full time
Duties and Responsibilities Deal with analysis, research, drafting, advice and advocacy arising within the Social Care and Education Legal Team. To have the conduct of trials ranging from 1 to 10 days in duration. Under the strategic direction of the Practice Lead, Social Care and Education Team to undertake all advocacy primarily in child care matters and to ensure the provision of a high quality, efficient, cost effective and customer focused service. To contribute to the financial and business management of the Social Care and Education team. Appear as the organisation's advocate at preliminary, unopposed and complex contested hearings ranging from 1 day to 10 days duration in the Family Court and High Court in child care and adoption proceedings and at other tribunals and courts as required in non-child care proceedings with minimum supervision. Incorporate changes to practice within the Social Care and Education team as a result of statutory, policy or other changes and in so doing to recognise and report any budgetary or resource implications and to ensure value for money is achieved. Responsible for the provision of advocacy in complex contested child care proceedings, including representation at short notice in emergency hearings, ensuring that work is reflective of best practice, is of a high professional standard and is cost effective. Develop and obtain knowledge in Special Education Needs Tribunals and Adult Social Care and be responsible for the provision of advocacy if appropriate. Be able to enter complex negotiations, provide innovative, creative advice to clients in a pressurised environment. Prepare and process the more complex and sensitive documents relevant to care proceedings before all levels of court, including the evaluation of evidence and to provide advice and guidance in respect of complex areas of law and practice to other team members and client departments as appropriate. Advising on complex policies and procedures relating to the Councils' child care functions. Personal Requirements Qualified Barrister or Lawyer with right of audience. Good knowledge and experience of advocacy and attending hearings on behalf of the SLLP. Specialise knowledge of English law and practice in relation to child protection and adoption. An ability to acquire and maintain knowledge in relation to community care and education. Highly developed negotiating and listening skills with various groups of people and in a variety of different settings, including some of which may potentially end in conflict. Awareness of current issues relevant to local authorities, ability to assist in delivering the Council's corporate objectives and to operate effectively within a corporate context. Working Hours 35 hrs / 9:00am - 17:00pm / Monday - Friday Pay £50.00 per hour Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.
Duncan Lewis Solictors
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. Department Background: Applauded by The Legal 500 has 'an extremely knowledgeable and hugely capable child care team', our highly specialised Child Care Department is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 UK and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories for its expertise in all aspects of child care law. The key aspect of our work is assisting guardians to represent a child and representing parents. We act for children, parents and family members to provide expert advice to adopted parents and the birth parents who are considering adoption. The department also advises same-sex couples on child care matters, including child care arrangements following divorce, separation or dissolution of a civil partnership, adoption, co-parenting and surrogacy. Setting us apart from other firms, the Child Care Law department consists of members of the Law Society Children and Family Panel Members. The majority are also members of the Association for the Lawyers for Children, and of Resolution (formerly known as the Solicitors Family Law Association). Duncan Lewis is one of few firms in the UK that are on the Lord Chancellor's International Child Abduction and Contact Unit (ICACU) referral list. We have acquired a number of kite-marks and accreditations which are testament to the quality of the specialised work our staff undertake. We have had several high profile cases, which have been reported, which include caste, underage marriages and international elements. Main Responsibilities of the Role Report directly to Department Director Responsible for all aspects of Child Care work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of public and private children cases including child abduction, child protection issues, special guardianship and adoption matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company. Key Skills Required: NQ - 3 years PQE as Solicitor Have extensive experience in dealing with all Family / Child Care related work Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable clients and resolve complicated practicalities involved in child care issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Working knowledge of the publicly funded Child Care work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills What we offer A fantastic supportive team Excellent progression opportunities Support for appropriate legal awards/recognition Salary Structure - for Outside London NQ: £40,000 1 Year PQE: £42,000 2 Years PQE: £43,500 3 Years PQE: £45,000 The Company will support your career progression if you decide to pursue Children Panel accreditation with the Law Society or Resolution. The total cost of progressing onto the Children panel is approximately £1700 . Children Law Accreditation Salary:- Moving forward we are looking to offer all new Children panel members a salary of: £52,000 p.a. outside London. This salary will apply from the date you are registered as a panel member/accredited with the Law Society. The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies.
Mar 02, 2026
Full time
Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. Department Background: Applauded by The Legal 500 has 'an extremely knowledgeable and hugely capable child care team', our highly specialised Child Care Department is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 UK and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories for its expertise in all aspects of child care law. The key aspect of our work is assisting guardians to represent a child and representing parents. We act for children, parents and family members to provide expert advice to adopted parents and the birth parents who are considering adoption. The department also advises same-sex couples on child care matters, including child care arrangements following divorce, separation or dissolution of a civil partnership, adoption, co-parenting and surrogacy. Setting us apart from other firms, the Child Care Law department consists of members of the Law Society Children and Family Panel Members. The majority are also members of the Association for the Lawyers for Children, and of Resolution (formerly known as the Solicitors Family Law Association). Duncan Lewis is one of few firms in the UK that are on the Lord Chancellor's International Child Abduction and Contact Unit (ICACU) referral list. We have acquired a number of kite-marks and accreditations which are testament to the quality of the specialised work our staff undertake. We have had several high profile cases, which have been reported, which include caste, underage marriages and international elements. Main Responsibilities of the Role Report directly to Department Director Responsible for all aspects of Child Care work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of public and private children cases including child abduction, child protection issues, special guardianship and adoption matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company. Key Skills Required: NQ - 3 years PQE as Solicitor Have extensive experience in dealing with all Family / Child Care related work Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable clients and resolve complicated practicalities involved in child care issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Working knowledge of the publicly funded Child Care work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills What we offer A fantastic supportive team Excellent progression opportunities Support for appropriate legal awards/recognition Salary Structure - for Outside London NQ: £40,000 1 Year PQE: £42,000 2 Years PQE: £43,500 3 Years PQE: £45,000 The Company will support your career progression if you decide to pursue Children Panel accreditation with the Law Society or Resolution. The total cost of progressing onto the Children panel is approximately £1700 . Children Law Accreditation Salary:- Moving forward we are looking to offer all new Children panel members a salary of: £52,000 p.a. outside London. This salary will apply from the date you are registered as a panel member/accredited with the Law Society. The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies.
Are you a 3-year PQE+ Children Panel Solicitor or Legal Executive seeking a new opportunity with a leading Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners ranked Firm? The firm offer hybrid working, generous annual leave which increases with service and excellent ongoing training and career development.Our client is seeking a Children Panel Lawyer to join there recently merged offices Childcare Department. You will demonstrate a genuine passion for publicly funded work along with strong advocacy skills and will be working with a number of members of the Law Society Children's Panel and Family Panel Resolution accredited specialists.The team represent parents, Guardians children, adopters, foster carers, kinship carers and advise on all matters of child care law. Hybrid working opportunities will be available, the Firm is paperless so IT proficiency is imperative. What will be expected from you for the Children Panel Lawyer role: A Children Panel member with at least 3 years PQE Undertake all aspects of childcare work Undertake advocacy Undertake a variety of work including public law, child protection, SGO and adoption matters Advising and assisting other team members and encouraging development Confidence to work independently as well as in a team and to prioritise workloads accordingly Excellent client care skills Benefits: Competitive salary and bonus structure Generous annual leave (25 days + bank holidays and office closure over Christmas/New Year), increasing with service Hybrid working opportunities A friendly working environment supported by modern IT infrastructure Ongoing training and career development within a nationally respected firm The Firm: With a rich history spanning two decades, the Firm is acknowledged in both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners rankings along with being recognised in the Times Best Law Firms for 2023 and 2024. With a dedicated team of over 200 staff with offices nationwide, the Firm is committed to servicing clients in both privately and publicly funded legal matters. Building partnerships based on trust, ensuring clients receive the support they need during challenging times with an ethos of continuous improvement.If you're a Children Panel Lawyer ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Mia at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 36838.PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Are you a 3-year PQE+ Children Panel Solicitor or Legal Executive seeking a new opportunity with a leading Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners ranked Firm? The firm offer hybrid working, generous annual leave which increases with service and excellent ongoing training and career development.Our client is seeking a Children Panel Lawyer to join there recently merged offices Childcare Department. You will demonstrate a genuine passion for publicly funded work along with strong advocacy skills and will be working with a number of members of the Law Society Children's Panel and Family Panel Resolution accredited specialists.The team represent parents, Guardians children, adopters, foster carers, kinship carers and advise on all matters of child care law. Hybrid working opportunities will be available, the Firm is paperless so IT proficiency is imperative. What will be expected from you for the Children Panel Lawyer role: A Children Panel member with at least 3 years PQE Undertake all aspects of childcare work Undertake advocacy Undertake a variety of work including public law, child protection, SGO and adoption matters Advising and assisting other team members and encouraging development Confidence to work independently as well as in a team and to prioritise workloads accordingly Excellent client care skills Benefits: Competitive salary and bonus structure Generous annual leave (25 days + bank holidays and office closure over Christmas/New Year), increasing with service Hybrid working opportunities A friendly working environment supported by modern IT infrastructure Ongoing training and career development within a nationally respected firm The Firm: With a rich history spanning two decades, the Firm is acknowledged in both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners rankings along with being recognised in the Times Best Law Firms for 2023 and 2024. With a dedicated team of over 200 staff with offices nationwide, the Firm is committed to servicing clients in both privately and publicly funded legal matters. Building partnerships based on trust, ensuring clients receive the support they need during challenging times with an ethos of continuous improvement.If you're a Children Panel Lawyer ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Mia at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 36838.PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003
Social Care Lawyers x2 Apply Now Salary £52,194 - £55,323 per annum Expires 08/03/2026 Location London Job Type Full Time An excellent opportunity has arisen within the London Borough of Redbridge for a Social Care Lawyer to join the Council to provide a comprehensive and professional legal service. You will report to the Principal Lawyer - Social Care within the Legal Department. You will also work closely with other Council departmental clients and specialist departments. You will provide the Council with expert advice and guidance on aspects of childcare proceedings related work and have extension experience in the preparation of court processes. Responsibilities Provide expertise, knowledge and advice on all matters relating to children's social care functions, including public law care proceedings, adoption, child protection and fostering. Conduct a full range of work types in this area of work. Utilising skills and experience gained within a similar position; you will report to the Principal Lawyer (Social Care) and will have your own complex and varied caseload. To be successful in this role you will need to: Hold a Solicitor, Barrister, FILEX or similar qualification Have experience of childcare cases, preferably in a local government context Excellent knowledge of the law and practice in this area of law If you feel you meet the above requirements and are keen to join an ambitious, dynamic and innovative team, we would like to hear from you. To apply for this post please complete the online application form and attach your CV and a Covering Letter addressing how you meet the criteria for the role as stated in the person specification. All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK. We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief. Closing date: 8 March 2026 For further information or to apply, please click on the 'Enquire/Apply' button below. This role expires 08/03/2026. Apply Now
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Social Care Lawyers x2 Apply Now Salary £52,194 - £55,323 per annum Expires 08/03/2026 Location London Job Type Full Time An excellent opportunity has arisen within the London Borough of Redbridge for a Social Care Lawyer to join the Council to provide a comprehensive and professional legal service. You will report to the Principal Lawyer - Social Care within the Legal Department. You will also work closely with other Council departmental clients and specialist departments. You will provide the Council with expert advice and guidance on aspects of childcare proceedings related work and have extension experience in the preparation of court processes. Responsibilities Provide expertise, knowledge and advice on all matters relating to children's social care functions, including public law care proceedings, adoption, child protection and fostering. Conduct a full range of work types in this area of work. Utilising skills and experience gained within a similar position; you will report to the Principal Lawyer (Social Care) and will have your own complex and varied caseload. To be successful in this role you will need to: Hold a Solicitor, Barrister, FILEX or similar qualification Have experience of childcare cases, preferably in a local government context Excellent knowledge of the law and practice in this area of law If you feel you meet the above requirements and are keen to join an ambitious, dynamic and innovative team, we would like to hear from you. To apply for this post please complete the online application form and attach your CV and a Covering Letter addressing how you meet the criteria for the role as stated in the person specification. All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK. We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief. Closing date: 8 March 2026 For further information or to apply, please click on the 'Enquire/Apply' button below. This role expires 08/03/2026. Apply Now
Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. We are committed to recruiting dedicated and talented professionals and welcome applications from exceptional candidates. At Duncan Lewis, we value training and diversity, and we take pride in our inclusive workforce. Department Background: Applauded by The Legal 500 has 'an extremely knowledgeable and hugely capable child care team', our highly specialised Child Care Department is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 UK and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories for its expertise in all aspects of child care law. Our Child Care Law department approaches each case with a level of understanding only achievable through specializing in Child Care law. The key aspect of our work is assisting guardians to represent a child and representing parents. We act for children, parents and family members to provide expert advice to adopted parents and the birth parents who are considering adoption. The department also advises same-sex couples on child care matters, including child care arrangements following divorce, separation or dissolution of a civil partnership, adoption, co-parenting and surrogacy. Setting us apart from other firms, the Child Care Law department consists of members of the Law Society Children and Family Panel Members. The majority are also members of the Association for the Lawyers for Children, and of Resolution (formerly known as the Solicitors Family Law Association). Duncan Lewis is one of few firms in the UK that are on the Lord Chancellor's International Child Abduction and Contact Unit (ICACU) referral list. We have acquired a number of kite-marks and accreditations which are testament to the quality of the specialised work our staff undertake. We have had several high profile cases, which have been reported, which include caste, underage marriages and international elements. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met Responsible for all aspects of Child Care work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of public and private children cases including child abduction, child protection issues, special guardianship and adoption matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company Key Skills Required 3 Years+ PQE Registered with the Law Society and Children Panel Membership is desirable andcommitted and highly driven Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable clients and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Child Care issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Working knowledge of the publically funded Child Care work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with all Child Care work related work and some expertise on adoption matters Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, apply now or you can also visit our website and apply using our online process.
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. We are committed to recruiting dedicated and talented professionals and welcome applications from exceptional candidates. At Duncan Lewis, we value training and diversity, and we take pride in our inclusive workforce. Department Background: Applauded by The Legal 500 has 'an extremely knowledgeable and hugely capable child care team', our highly specialised Child Care Department is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 UK and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories for its expertise in all aspects of child care law. Our Child Care Law department approaches each case with a level of understanding only achievable through specializing in Child Care law. The key aspect of our work is assisting guardians to represent a child and representing parents. We act for children, parents and family members to provide expert advice to adopted parents and the birth parents who are considering adoption. The department also advises same-sex couples on child care matters, including child care arrangements following divorce, separation or dissolution of a civil partnership, adoption, co-parenting and surrogacy. Setting us apart from other firms, the Child Care Law department consists of members of the Law Society Children and Family Panel Members. The majority are also members of the Association for the Lawyers for Children, and of Resolution (formerly known as the Solicitors Family Law Association). Duncan Lewis is one of few firms in the UK that are on the Lord Chancellor's International Child Abduction and Contact Unit (ICACU) referral list. We have acquired a number of kite-marks and accreditations which are testament to the quality of the specialised work our staff undertake. We have had several high profile cases, which have been reported, which include caste, underage marriages and international elements. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met Responsible for all aspects of Child Care work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of public and private children cases including child abduction, child protection issues, special guardianship and adoption matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company Key Skills Required 3 Years+ PQE Registered with the Law Society and Children Panel Membership is desirable andcommitted and highly driven Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable clients and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Child Care issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Working knowledge of the publically funded Child Care work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with all Child Care work related work and some expertise on adoption matters Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, apply now or you can also visit our website and apply using our online process.
An excellent opportunity has arisen within the London Borough of Redbridge for a Social Care Lawyer to join the Council to provide a comprehensive and professional legal service. You will report to the Principal Lawyer - Social Care within the Legal Department. You will also work closely with other Council departmental clients and specialist departments. You will provide the Council with expert advice and guidance on aspects of childcare proceedings related work and have extension experience in the preparation of court processes. Responsibilities: Provide expertise, knowledge and advice on all matters relating to children's social care functions, including public law care proceedings, adoption, child protection and fostering. Conduct a full range of work types in this area of work. Utilising skills and experience gained within a similar position; you will report to the Principal Lawyer (Social Care) and will have your own complex and varied caseload. To be successful in this role you will need to: Hold a Solicitor, Barrister, FILEX or similar qualification Have experience of childcare cases, preferably in a local government context Excellent knowledge of the law and practice in this area of law If you feel you meet the above requirements and are keen to join an ambitious, dynamic and innovative team, we would like to hear from you. To apply for this post please complete the online application form and attach your CV and a Covering Letter addressing how you meet the criteria for the role as stated in the person specification. All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK. We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief. Closing date: 8 March 2026 For further information or to apply, please click on the 'Enquire/Apply' button below.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
An excellent opportunity has arisen within the London Borough of Redbridge for a Social Care Lawyer to join the Council to provide a comprehensive and professional legal service. You will report to the Principal Lawyer - Social Care within the Legal Department. You will also work closely with other Council departmental clients and specialist departments. You will provide the Council with expert advice and guidance on aspects of childcare proceedings related work and have extension experience in the preparation of court processes. Responsibilities: Provide expertise, knowledge and advice on all matters relating to children's social care functions, including public law care proceedings, adoption, child protection and fostering. Conduct a full range of work types in this area of work. Utilising skills and experience gained within a similar position; you will report to the Principal Lawyer (Social Care) and will have your own complex and varied caseload. To be successful in this role you will need to: Hold a Solicitor, Barrister, FILEX or similar qualification Have experience of childcare cases, preferably in a local government context Excellent knowledge of the law and practice in this area of law If you feel you meet the above requirements and are keen to join an ambitious, dynamic and innovative team, we would like to hear from you. To apply for this post please complete the online application form and attach your CV and a Covering Letter addressing how you meet the criteria for the role as stated in the person specification. All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK. We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief. Closing date: 8 March 2026 For further information or to apply, please click on the 'Enquire/Apply' button below.
A local government council in Greater London seeks a Social Care Lawyer to provide expert legal services related to children's social care. The ideal candidate will have a Solicitor or equivalent qualification, substantial experience in childcare law, and the ability to manage complex cases. Responsibilities include advising on public law care proceedings, adoption, and child protection matters. The role offers an opportunity to join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing support for vulnerable children.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
A local government council in Greater London seeks a Social Care Lawyer to provide expert legal services related to children's social care. The ideal candidate will have a Solicitor or equivalent qualification, substantial experience in childcare law, and the ability to manage complex cases. Responsibilities include advising on public law care proceedings, adoption, and child protection matters. The role offers an opportunity to join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing support for vulnerable children.
An excellent opportunity has arisen within the London Borough of Redbridge for an Adults Litigation Lawyer to join the Council to provide a comprehensive and professional legal service. You will report to the Principal Lawyer - Social Care within the Legal Department. You will also work closely with other Council departmental clients and specialist departments. As an in-house social care lawyer, you will have the opportunity to deal with an interesting workload and advise senior clients. Responsibilities Conduct a full caseload of adults and community care/Care Act 2014 matters including Court of Protection and Menal Health Act. Giving advice on DOLS application. Defending judicial review challenges including adults, age assessment and s.17/20 Children Act challenges and leaving care. To be successful in this role you will need to: Hold a Solicitor, Barrister, FILEX or similar qualification. Have extensive knowledge and experience of adult social care legislation and practice. Good knowledge of local government and public sector law affecting social care and health. Experience of working in a busy local authority setting. If you feel you meet the above requirements and are keen to join an ambitious, dynamic and innovative team, we would like to hear from you. To apply for this post please complete the online application form and attach your CV and a Covering Letter addressing how you meet the criteria for the role as stated in the person specification. All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK. We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief. Closing date: 8 March 2026 For further information or to apply, please click on the 'Enquire/Apply' button below.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
An excellent opportunity has arisen within the London Borough of Redbridge for an Adults Litigation Lawyer to join the Council to provide a comprehensive and professional legal service. You will report to the Principal Lawyer - Social Care within the Legal Department. You will also work closely with other Council departmental clients and specialist departments. As an in-house social care lawyer, you will have the opportunity to deal with an interesting workload and advise senior clients. Responsibilities Conduct a full caseload of adults and community care/Care Act 2014 matters including Court of Protection and Menal Health Act. Giving advice on DOLS application. Defending judicial review challenges including adults, age assessment and s.17/20 Children Act challenges and leaving care. To be successful in this role you will need to: Hold a Solicitor, Barrister, FILEX or similar qualification. Have extensive knowledge and experience of adult social care legislation and practice. Good knowledge of local government and public sector law affecting social care and health. Experience of working in a busy local authority setting. If you feel you meet the above requirements and are keen to join an ambitious, dynamic and innovative team, we would like to hear from you. To apply for this post please complete the online application form and attach your CV and a Covering Letter addressing how you meet the criteria for the role as stated in the person specification. All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK. We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief. Closing date: 8 March 2026 For further information or to apply, please click on the 'Enquire/Apply' button below.
Childcare Solicitor - Are you looking to join a successful law firm who can offer long term career prospects? Joining a specialist team close to Twickenham, the successful lawyer will utilise their skills and expertise in childcare to assist and manage a varied caseload for a designated portfolio of clients. Additionally, the successful Solicitor or Legal Executive will play a key role in the continued growth of the team and build and maintain client relationships. The Firm Our client is a full-service firm with a strong presence in London and the South East. They cater for both individuals and businesses, building and maintaining excellent client relationships. Staffed by a dedicated team, they pride themselves on providing tailored services to suit their individual clients' needs in a professional and friendly manner. They are now seeking a Childcare Solicitor on a permanent basis. Responsibilities for this Childcare Solicitor vacancy: Advising parents and children Childcare proceedings Special guardianship orders Adoption Child protection cases Attending pre-proceeding meetings Representation at contested final hearings Building client relationships Participating in business development activities Qualifications and Experience for this Childcare Solicitor role: Qualified solicitors and legal executives with a between 2-5 years PQE Technically proficient in childcare matters Possesses outstanding communication and client care skills IT literate with expertise in Microsoft Office Knowledge of Proclaim is desirable Highly organised, able to meet tight deadlines Has an aptitude for business development Benefits for this Childcare Solicitor role: Salary of £48,000 - £60,000 very much dependent on experience 1-2 days from home Generous holiday allowance of 26 days holiday plus bank holidays Christmas closure and birthday day off Pension scheme Social events Opportunities for career development For more information please contact Victoria Kemp quoting reference 37600PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Childcare Solicitor - Are you looking to join a successful law firm who can offer long term career prospects? Joining a specialist team close to Twickenham, the successful lawyer will utilise their skills and expertise in childcare to assist and manage a varied caseload for a designated portfolio of clients. Additionally, the successful Solicitor or Legal Executive will play a key role in the continued growth of the team and build and maintain client relationships. The Firm Our client is a full-service firm with a strong presence in London and the South East. They cater for both individuals and businesses, building and maintaining excellent client relationships. Staffed by a dedicated team, they pride themselves on providing tailored services to suit their individual clients' needs in a professional and friendly manner. They are now seeking a Childcare Solicitor on a permanent basis. Responsibilities for this Childcare Solicitor vacancy: Advising parents and children Childcare proceedings Special guardianship orders Adoption Child protection cases Attending pre-proceeding meetings Representation at contested final hearings Building client relationships Participating in business development activities Qualifications and Experience for this Childcare Solicitor role: Qualified solicitors and legal executives with a between 2-5 years PQE Technically proficient in childcare matters Possesses outstanding communication and client care skills IT literate with expertise in Microsoft Office Knowledge of Proclaim is desirable Highly organised, able to meet tight deadlines Has an aptitude for business development Benefits for this Childcare Solicitor role: Salary of £48,000 - £60,000 very much dependent on experience 1-2 days from home Generous holiday allowance of 26 days holiday plus bank holidays Christmas closure and birthday day off Pension scheme Social events Opportunities for career development For more information please contact Victoria Kemp quoting reference 37600PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003
Role: Children Law Solicitor Director Nationwide opportunity (Outside London) Salary: £67,500 p.a Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. Department Background: Applauded by The Legal 500 has 'an extremely knowledgeable and hugely capable child care team', our highly specialised Child Care Department is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 UK and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories for its expertise in all aspects of child care law. Our Child Care Law department approaches each case with a level of understanding only achievable through specializing in Child Care law. The key aspect of our work is assisting guardians to represent a child and representing parents. We act for children, parents and family members to provide expert advice to adopted parents and the birth parents who are considering adoption. The department also advises same-sex couples on child care matters, including child care arrangements following divorce, separation or dissolution of a civil partnership, adoption, co-parenting and surrogacy. Setting us apart from other firms, the Child Care Law department consists of members of the Law Society Children and Family Panel Members. The majority are also members of the Association for the Lawyers for Children, and of Resolution (formerly known as the Solicitors Family Law Association). Duncan Lewis is one of few firms in the UK that are on the Lord Chancellor's International Child Abduction and Contact Unit (ICACU) referral list. We have acquired a number of kite-marks and accreditations which are testament to the quality of the specialised work our staff undertake. We have had several high profile cases, which have been reported, which include caste, underage marriages and international elements. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met Responsible for all aspects of Child Care work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of public and private children cases including child abduction, child protection issues, special guardianship and adoption matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company Key Skills Required 3 Years+ PQE Registered with the Law Society and Children Panel Membership is desirable. The ideal candidate will be committed and highly driven. Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable clients and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Child Care issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Working knowledge of the publically funded Child Care work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with all Child Care work related work and some expertise on adoption matters Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, apply now or you can also visit our website and apply using our online process.
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Role: Children Law Solicitor Director Nationwide opportunity (Outside London) Salary: £67,500 p.a Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. Department Background: Applauded by The Legal 500 has 'an extremely knowledgeable and hugely capable child care team', our highly specialised Child Care Department is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 UK and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories for its expertise in all aspects of child care law. Our Child Care Law department approaches each case with a level of understanding only achievable through specializing in Child Care law. The key aspect of our work is assisting guardians to represent a child and representing parents. We act for children, parents and family members to provide expert advice to adopted parents and the birth parents who are considering adoption. The department also advises same-sex couples on child care matters, including child care arrangements following divorce, separation or dissolution of a civil partnership, adoption, co-parenting and surrogacy. Setting us apart from other firms, the Child Care Law department consists of members of the Law Society Children and Family Panel Members. The majority are also members of the Association for the Lawyers for Children, and of Resolution (formerly known as the Solicitors Family Law Association). Duncan Lewis is one of few firms in the UK that are on the Lord Chancellor's International Child Abduction and Contact Unit (ICACU) referral list. We have acquired a number of kite-marks and accreditations which are testament to the quality of the specialised work our staff undertake. We have had several high profile cases, which have been reported, which include caste, underage marriages and international elements. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met Responsible for all aspects of Child Care work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of public and private children cases including child abduction, child protection issues, special guardianship and adoption matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company Key Skills Required 3 Years+ PQE Registered with the Law Society and Children Panel Membership is desirable. The ideal candidate will be committed and highly driven. Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable clients and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Child Care issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Working knowledge of the publically funded Child Care work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with all Child Care work related work and some expertise on adoption matters Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, apply now or you can also visit our website and apply using our online process.
Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. Department Background: Applauded by The Legal 500 has 'an extremely knowledgeable and hugely capable child care team', our highly specialised Child Care Department is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 UK and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories for its expertise in all aspects of child care law. Our Child Care Law department approaches each case with a level of understanding only achievable through specializing in Child Care law. The key aspect of our work is assisting guardians to represent a child and representing parents. We act for children, parents and family members to provide expert advice to adopted parents and the birth parents who are considering adoption. The department also advises same-sex couples on child care matters, including child care arrangements following divorce, separation or dissolution of a civil partnership, adoption, co-parenting and surrogacy. Setting us apart from other firms, the Child Care Law department consists of members of the Law Society Children and Family Panel Members. The majority are also members of the Association for the Lawyers for Children, and of Resolution (formerly known as the Solicitors Family Law Association). Duncan Lewis is one of few firms in the UK that are on the Lord Chancellor's International Child Abduction and Contact Unit (ICACU) referral list. We have acquired a number of kite-marks and accreditations which are testament to the quality of the specialised work our staff undertake. We have had several high profile cases, which have been reported, which include caste, underage marriages and international elements. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met Responsible for all aspects of Child Care work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of public and private children cases including child abduction, child protection issues, special guardianship and adoption matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company Key Skills Required 3 Years+ PQE Registered with the Law Society and Children Panel Membership is desirable. The ideal candidate will be committed and highly driven. Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable clients and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Child Care issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Working knowledge of the publically funded Child Care work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with all Child Care work related work and some expertise on adoption matters Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, apply now or you can also visit our website and apply using our online process.
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos Recognised among The Times 200 Best Law Firms, we have been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards, reflecting our dedication to legal expertise and client service. We hold Investors in People Gold Standard accreditation for over 15 years, showcasing our commitment to professional development. Duncan Lewis is also Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring excellence in practice management and data security. Department Background: Applauded by The Legal 500 has 'an extremely knowledgeable and hugely capable child care team', our highly specialised Child Care Department is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 UK and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories for its expertise in all aspects of child care law. Our Child Care Law department approaches each case with a level of understanding only achievable through specializing in Child Care law. The key aspect of our work is assisting guardians to represent a child and representing parents. We act for children, parents and family members to provide expert advice to adopted parents and the birth parents who are considering adoption. The department also advises same-sex couples on child care matters, including child care arrangements following divorce, separation or dissolution of a civil partnership, adoption, co-parenting and surrogacy. Setting us apart from other firms, the Child Care Law department consists of members of the Law Society Children and Family Panel Members. The majority are also members of the Association for the Lawyers for Children, and of Resolution (formerly known as the Solicitors Family Law Association). Duncan Lewis is one of few firms in the UK that are on the Lord Chancellor's International Child Abduction and Contact Unit (ICACU) referral list. We have acquired a number of kite-marks and accreditations which are testament to the quality of the specialised work our staff undertake. We have had several high profile cases, which have been reported, which include caste, underage marriages and international elements. Main Responsibilities of the Role: Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met Responsible for all aspects of Child Care work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department Variety of duties including dealing with a range of public and private children cases including child abduction, child protection issues, special guardianship and adoption matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company Key Skills Required 3 Years+ PQE Registered with the Law Society and Children Panel Membership is desirable. The ideal candidate will be committed and highly driven. Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying Strong management skills Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable clients and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Child Care issues Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business Working knowledge of the publically funded Child Care work and have the ability to service privately funded cases Have extensive experience in dealing with all Child Care work related work and some expertise on adoption matters Experience in own advocacy is an advantage Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce. We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, apply now or you can also visit our website and apply using our online process.
Court of Protection Solicitor/Legal Executive - Plymouth, Devon Hybrid Working Private Client Law Mental Capacity Act Court of Protection Lawyer - Plymouth A leading and well-established Devon law firm is strengthening its Court of Protection/Private Client team and is now recruiting a Solicitor or Legal Executive for its Plymouth office , with flexible hybrid working . This opportunity suits both experienced Court of Protection lawyers and Solicitors or Legal Executives from related disciplines (private client, family, litigation) who are keen to re-train into Court of Protection law with structured support. The Role - Court of Protection & Mental Capacity You will work as part of a large, specialist Court of Protection team , managing a broad and varied caseload , including: Advising under the Mental Capacity Act Acting for adults, children, elderly clients, trustees and beneficiaries Managing complex matters arising from illness, injury, or age Visiting clients in their homes or care settings where required Liaising with family members, care providers, case managers and professionals Supporting clients' day-to-day and long-term financial arrangements alongside financial advisers The work is meaningful, people-focused and intellectually challenging. Candidate Requirements This role is open to a wide range of backgrounds, including: Solicitors or Legal Executives (including Newly Qualified ) Experience in Court of Protection is welcome but not essential Lawyers from private client, family law, or litigation with a genuine interest in Court of Protection Understanding of the Mental Capacity Act (or willingness to develop this quickly) Strong interpersonal skills and a client-centred mindset Salary & Benefits Excellent starting salary , dependent on experience Hybrid working with a sensible balance between home and office 25 days' annual leave plus birthday leave and Christmas closure Healthcare and dental insurance Wellbeing cash plan (dental, optical, therapies, wellbeing support) Salary sacrifice pension scheme Private Medical Insurance (Associate level and above) Clear career progression pathway with ongoing training Paper-light working environment with strong internal support A genuine, firm-wide commitment to employee wellbeing Apply Today To apply for this Court of Protection Solicitor/Legal Executive role in Plymouth , click Apply Now and upload your CV. For a confidential discussion about this role or other legal opportunities across the South West , contact Paul Norman directly
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Court of Protection Solicitor/Legal Executive - Plymouth, Devon Hybrid Working Private Client Law Mental Capacity Act Court of Protection Lawyer - Plymouth A leading and well-established Devon law firm is strengthening its Court of Protection/Private Client team and is now recruiting a Solicitor or Legal Executive for its Plymouth office , with flexible hybrid working . This opportunity suits both experienced Court of Protection lawyers and Solicitors or Legal Executives from related disciplines (private client, family, litigation) who are keen to re-train into Court of Protection law with structured support. The Role - Court of Protection & Mental Capacity You will work as part of a large, specialist Court of Protection team , managing a broad and varied caseload , including: Advising under the Mental Capacity Act Acting for adults, children, elderly clients, trustees and beneficiaries Managing complex matters arising from illness, injury, or age Visiting clients in their homes or care settings where required Liaising with family members, care providers, case managers and professionals Supporting clients' day-to-day and long-term financial arrangements alongside financial advisers The work is meaningful, people-focused and intellectually challenging. Candidate Requirements This role is open to a wide range of backgrounds, including: Solicitors or Legal Executives (including Newly Qualified ) Experience in Court of Protection is welcome but not essential Lawyers from private client, family law, or litigation with a genuine interest in Court of Protection Understanding of the Mental Capacity Act (or willingness to develop this quickly) Strong interpersonal skills and a client-centred mindset Salary & Benefits Excellent starting salary , dependent on experience Hybrid working with a sensible balance between home and office 25 days' annual leave plus birthday leave and Christmas closure Healthcare and dental insurance Wellbeing cash plan (dental, optical, therapies, wellbeing support) Salary sacrifice pension scheme Private Medical Insurance (Associate level and above) Clear career progression pathway with ongoing training Paper-light working environment with strong internal support A genuine, firm-wide commitment to employee wellbeing Apply Today To apply for this Court of Protection Solicitor/Legal Executive role in Plymouth , click Apply Now and upload your CV. For a confidential discussion about this role or other legal opportunities across the South West , contact Paul Norman directly
Head of Department - Family - Lincolnshire / Nottinghamshire -£50,000 to £100,000 (Can work in any office: Offices across Boston, Bourne, Grantham, Horncastle, Lincoln, Newark, Sleaford, Spalding and Stamford) The firm This is a progressive, multi-office law firm with a strong regional reputation for quality work and excellent client care. The firm is known for promoting from within and backing its people when they are ready to step up. Rather than expecting candidates to arrive with a fully formed department-head CV, the leadership team focuses on potential, attitude and ambition. Collaboration across offices is actively encouraged, and flexible and hybrid working are embedded into the culture, making this a genuinely modern environment for senior lawyers looking to progress. The role Stepping into a Head of Department position with the support of senior leadership Taking responsibility for the development and direction of the Family team across Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire Working from any of the firm's regional offices, with flexibility to suit you Managing a varied caseload including divorce, financial remedy and private children matters Gradually building leadership responsibility, including mentoring junior lawyers and shaping workflows Contributing ideas to grow the department, improve processes and strengthen client relationships Being given the space to grow into the role rather than being expected to have done it all before Ready for your next step but finding your current firm has no clear route into leadership? This role is designed for exactly that moment. You A Senior Associate or experienced family lawyer ready to move into departmental leadership Strong technical ability with confidence running your own matters independently Interested in mentoring others and having a say in how a team develops Commercially aware, but client-focused and pragmatic in your approach Motivated by progression, autonomy and long-term career development Wanting your ambition recognised rather than being told to "wait a bit longer"? Benefits Competitive salary with progression as the role evolves Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Clear pathway into long-term departmental leadership Support from an established senior management team Generous holiday entitlement Pension scheme with salary exchange options Life assurance and income protection Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support Staff discounts on legal and related professional services A culture that genuinely invests in future leaders If this seems like the right opportunity for you then apply online! or contact Toby Ryan at QED Legal today.
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Head of Department - Family - Lincolnshire / Nottinghamshire -£50,000 to £100,000 (Can work in any office: Offices across Boston, Bourne, Grantham, Horncastle, Lincoln, Newark, Sleaford, Spalding and Stamford) The firm This is a progressive, multi-office law firm with a strong regional reputation for quality work and excellent client care. The firm is known for promoting from within and backing its people when they are ready to step up. Rather than expecting candidates to arrive with a fully formed department-head CV, the leadership team focuses on potential, attitude and ambition. Collaboration across offices is actively encouraged, and flexible and hybrid working are embedded into the culture, making this a genuinely modern environment for senior lawyers looking to progress. The role Stepping into a Head of Department position with the support of senior leadership Taking responsibility for the development and direction of the Family team across Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire Working from any of the firm's regional offices, with flexibility to suit you Managing a varied caseload including divorce, financial remedy and private children matters Gradually building leadership responsibility, including mentoring junior lawyers and shaping workflows Contributing ideas to grow the department, improve processes and strengthen client relationships Being given the space to grow into the role rather than being expected to have done it all before Ready for your next step but finding your current firm has no clear route into leadership? This role is designed for exactly that moment. You A Senior Associate or experienced family lawyer ready to move into departmental leadership Strong technical ability with confidence running your own matters independently Interested in mentoring others and having a say in how a team develops Commercially aware, but client-focused and pragmatic in your approach Motivated by progression, autonomy and long-term career development Wanting your ambition recognised rather than being told to "wait a bit longer"? Benefits Competitive salary with progression as the role evolves Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Clear pathway into long-term departmental leadership Support from an established senior management team Generous holiday entitlement Pension scheme with salary exchange options Life assurance and income protection Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support Staff discounts on legal and related professional services A culture that genuinely invests in future leaders If this seems like the right opportunity for you then apply online! or contact Toby Ryan at QED Legal today.
