Public Law Care Solicitor Job at Douglas Scott (London)

Public Law Care Solicitor

My client is a well regarded North London firm seeking a dynamic and experienced...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

35000.00 - 55000.00 GBP / Month

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Possess the necessary expertise in Family Law, with a particular focus on public law children's cases
Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, enabling you to effectively advocate for your clients in court
Be a confident and competent Court Advocate, capable of handling tight deadlines and working effectively within a team
Exhibit strong computer literacy and the ability to adapt to the firm's digital infrastructure
Bring a minimum of 2-4 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) to the role
Hold a recognised law degree or equivalent legal qualification
Be a qualified solicitor with a valid practicing certificate in England and Wales
Possess a proven track record of success in both public and private law family work

Job Responsibility

Become a key member of their award-winning Family Law team, renowned for their expertise in public law children's cases
Contribute to the firm's commitment to both legal aid and privately funded work, making a real difference in the lives of their diverse client base
Thrive in a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive work environment that values your skills and experience

Fulltime

Family Solicitor

A well-established law firm based in the City of London is seeking a Family Lawy...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

45000.00 - 60000.00 GBP / Year

Brandon James

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years’ PQE in Family Law
Member of the Law Society’s Children Panel (or working towards accreditation)
Experienced in representing parents, guardians, and children in public law proceedings
Confident conducting advocacy in the Family Court
Familiar with Legal Aid Agency billing and CCMS procedures
Committed to safeguarding and supporting vulnerable clients

Job Responsibility

Handle a broad range of public and private family law matters, with a particular emphasis on Child Law
Responsible for your own varied caseload and expected to work to Legal Aid Agency standards
Liaise regularly with clients, counsel, social services, and courts, providing expert legal advice while maintaining high professional standards
Involved in case strategy discussions and help ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory and internal policies

What we offer

Career development in a supportive environment
Exposure to high-profile family and child law cases
Opportunity to work with a Legal 500-recognised firm
Pension scheme and additional employee benefits

Fulltime

Team Leader – Prison Law Solicitor

A leading law firm is seeking a highly experienced and proactive Team Leader to ...

Location

United Kingdom , Manchester

Salary:

Not provided

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years’ PQE with substantial experience in Prison Law, and some exposure to Criminal Defence
Demonstrable experience managing and mentoring legal teams in a target-driven environment
Strong knowledge of publicly funded criminal and prison law work, with the ability to handle privately funded cases
Police Station Accreditation is advantageous but not essential
Holds a clean and valid Practising Certificate
Excellent communication, advocacy, and client-handling skills with a professional and empathetic approach
Capable of working under pressure, meeting tight deadlines, and adapting to new challenges
Commercially aware, with sound judgement and a proactive attitude toward growth and compliance
Strong IT proficiency, with experience using legal case management systems and MS Office tools
Willingness to travel to client locations, including prisons and detention centres, as required.

Job Responsibility

Reports directly to the Department Director and holds primary responsibility for supervising a team of solicitors, trainee solicitors, and paralegals
Manages a diverse caseload of Prison Law and Criminal Defence matters, including representing clients at police stations, prisons, parole hearings, and adjudications
Oversees and conducts monthly file reviews, probationary staff assessments, and ensures timely implementation of recommended actions
Supports departmental growth through involvement in an outsourcing project and leads reviews of internal processes and systems
Ensures high standards of client care, particularly in sensitive and complex cases involving vulnerable individuals
Drives team performance by monitoring KPIs, billing, and chargeable targets, while offering day-to-day guidance and coaching
Contributes to marketing, networking, and business development efforts to expand the department’s reach and client base
Maintains full compliance with file management systems and legal aid requirements.

What we offer

Flexible working options
Bonus scheme.

Fulltime

Childcare Solicitor

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and passionate Child Care Sol...

Location

United Kingdom , Manchester

Salary:

46000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified Solicitor with between NQ and 3 years’ PQE in Child Care Law
Solid experience handling both public and private children law matters
Previous supervisory experience is highly desirable
Confident advocate with experience representing clients in court (preferred but not essential)
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong organisational and document management abilities
Commercially aware and proactive in seeking out new business opportunities
Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with legal case management systems
A valid, clean practising certificate is essential

Job Responsibility

Managing your own caseload of child care matters
Undertaking your own advocacy where appropriate
Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers, trainees, and caseworkers
Providing technical guidance and support to team members on complex matters
Contributing to the delivery of training and continued professional development within the department
Engaging in business development activities and promoting the firm’s family services through marketing and networking initiatives

What we offer

Excellent Benefits

Fulltime

Childcare Solicitor

Are you a passionate and experienced Child Care Solicitor looking to take the ne...

Location

United Kingdom , Manchester

Salary:

35000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A qualified Solicitor with approximately 2+ years’ PQE in Child Care Law
Strong experience in managing a range of children-related legal matters within both the public and private sectors
Prior experience supervising junior legal staff is highly desirable, as is familiarity with working to performance targets
Advocacy experience is advantageous but not essential
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with vulnerable individuals
Meticulous attention to detail, with strong organisation and document-handling skills
Commercially minded with a proactive approach to developing the firm’s family law offering
Confident using Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
A current, valid practising certificate is essential

Job Responsibility

Handling your own portfolio of child care cases, including proceedings under public law, child protection concerns, adoption, special guardianship, and international or domestic abduction
Conducting advocacy where suitable
Mentoring and supervising junior team members including trainees and caseworkers, ensuring quality and compliance across caseloads
Offering strategic and technical advice on complex legal issues to colleagues
Assisting with in-house training initiatives and contributing to ongoing professional development within the team
Supporting business development through networking, marketing, and relationship-building activities to grow the department’s client base

Fulltime

Healthcare Advisory and Inquest Solicitor

An award-winning, leading law firm with an international presence is currently l...

Location

Hong Kong

Salary:

60000.00 - 80000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified as a solicitor in England and Wales
Previous Healthcare Inquest experience, including advocacy
Ability to work flexibly and as part of a team – excellent organisation and attention to detail
COP/ Litigation skills would also be desirable

Job Responsibility

Advising clients on a wide range of issues including inquest, public inquiries, best interests applications, claims for judicial review, mental health law, patient care issues, and clinical and corporate governance matters
Inquests, including advocacy
Court of Protection, treatment and best interest cases including advocacy
Advising on public law issues such as public and patient involvement and consultation, governance and constitutional issues, judicial review and human rights
Advising on matters of general healthcare law including patient complaints, SUI and Ombudsman investigations, and a variety of other health sector legislation and guidance including mental health
Advising on care standards legislation and practice and information governance matters

What we offer

Market leading salary
Extensive benefits package
Clear progression path

Fulltime

Family Solicitor

A Family Solicitor position has become available at a respected East London law ...

Location

United Kingdom , Barking

Salary:

40000.00 - 50000.00 GBP / Year

Brandon James

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified Solicitor (minimum 2 years PQE) with experience in family law
Strong knowledge of private and public family law matters
Legal Aid experience is desirable but not essential
Excellent communication and advocacy skills
Able to manage a busy caseload independently
Committed to client care and ethical legal practice

Job Responsibility

Managing a varied caseload of family law matters, including divorce, financial disputes, cohabitation, and children proceedings
Preparing court documents, attending hearings, and liaising with clients, counsel, and third parties
Advising clients with empathy, clarity, and professionalism
Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and legal aid procedures where applicable

What we offer

Supportive and inclusive team culture
Accessible location in Barking
Exposure to a diverse and rewarding client base
Opportunities for professional development and progression

Fulltime

Healthcare Regulatory Solicitor

A fantastic opportunity to join a leading Top 50 international law firm in Manch...

Location

United Kingdom , Manchester

Salary:

60000.00 - 83000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Solid track record undertaking Healthcare Regulatory or Inquests work
strong advocacy skills

Job Responsibility

Inquests
litigation, including Court of Protection, judicial review and mental health tribunal matters
mental health and mental capacity law, including Deprivation of Liberty
public law advising commissioning and service provider organisations on governance, powers and responsibilities, as well as funding and treatment decision making
governance and patient safety investigations
CQC and related health care regulation
confidentiality
information law (DPA/FOIA)

What we offer

Company pension scheme
enhanced company sick and maternity pay scheme
flexible working hours/remote working
performance related bonus scheme
private healthcare, including optional coverage for your family
income protection
life assurance
interest free travel loan scheme
employee assistance programme including counselling, legal and consumer advice service
discounted gym membership

Fulltime

Public Law Care Solicitor

Douglas Scott

Location:
United Kingdom , London

Category:
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Contract Type:
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Job Posted:
June 20, 2025

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