Adult Social Care Solicitor

Adult Social Care Solicitor Salary: £55,000 - £58,500 per annum Working Arrangement: Hybrid (Predominantly Home-Based) Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Adult Social Care Solicitor to join a well-regarded Local Authority legal team. This role offers the chance to work on a broad range of complex and high-profile matters, supporting vital public services. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert legal advice on adult social care law , including the Care Act 2014, mental capacity, mental health, deprivation of liberty, and safeguarding Advise on immigration, ordinary residence, no recourse to public funds, and human rights matters Handle cases for the Court of Protection , including case preparation and advocacy Draft legal documents, deal with correspondence, and liaise with external professionals Represent the Council at court hearings and instruct Counsel in complex cases Conduct legal research and provide guidance on new legislation and case law Ensure compliance with Lexcel and other quality standards About You: Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal Executive with at least 3 years PQE Strong experience in adult social care law and Court of Protection matters Advocacy experience and the ability to manage complex caseloads Excellent communication and research skills with the ability to work autonomously Benefits: Flexible hybrid working (predominantly home-based) Competitive local authority salary with structured pay progression Professional development opportunities A role with real impact, supporting vulnerable individuals and the wider community

Location: Northamptonshire, GB

Posted Date: 5/12/2025