Locum Family Lawyer

Family Solicitor

Oldham

6 month contract initially

Rate: Negotiable, indicate rate sought

Local government experience an advantage.

Will be expected to do own advocacy.

will be required to attend family court in Manchester

Cant be remote

1. To advise Council, Executive, Committees, Officers and Departments of the Council on legal matters primarily, but not exclusively, relating to all areas of Social Services and Education including attendance at evening meetings as required.
2. Advocacy in contested and uncontested hearings in Court and when necessary instruction of Counsel at the Family Court, including the preparation and management of cases.
3. Drafting and settling of legal documentation with particular reference to Children’s Social Care and Education matters.
4. Conduct of litigation with particular reference to Children’s Social Care  and Education matters.
5. To give clear guidance and assistance to all members of the team in respect of the areas of expertise specific to the postholder and to assist and cover for other team members, as necessary.
6. Representation of the department externally, as required.
7. Participation in departmental working groups, as required.
8. Assisting in supervising the work of any unqualified staff assigned to the team.
9. Training social workers and Education staff in the law and legal procedures.

If you have any questions about this role or wish to apply, please contact isobel@deekay.co.uk who will respond at the earliest convenience.