Caseworker

My well-established client is looking for a committed Senior Accredited Caseworker for Immigration, Asylum and Public Law/Judicial Review, to join our expanding legal department.

This is a unique opportunity to be able to influence policy as well as assist clients. To work towards the Legal Aid Agency Specialist Quality Mark Standards.

• The candidate to hold a Qualifying Law Degree and a Law society level 2 accreditation in Immigration and Asylum.
• Possess excellent communication kills
• Excellent knowledge of the Legal Aid Agency rules and regulations, including DAC (Detained Asylum Casework) and DDA (Detention Duty Advise)

• Your casework will consist of a mix of legal aid and private matters. This will cover aspects starting from initial applications to Statutory Appeals, Judicial Review, and applications to the Higher Courts.
• Will be expected to deal with all types of Asylum and Immigration applications and appeals.
• Confident in dealing with their own workload as well as supervising staff if necessary.