Full time

Childcare Solicitor

eNL

Leicestershire, City of Leicester, LE4 7SD

£45000 - £60000 per annum

Posted: 14 July 2026 (Yesterday)

Closing date: 13 August 2026

Ref: 60397989

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About the Role

A Childcare Solicitor role is available in Leicestershire with a Legal 500 recognised firm. This full-time position offers a salary between £45,000 and £60,000 per annum. The role requires a minimum of five years' post-qualification experience and Children Panel Accreditation. The appointed solicitor will handle a caseload of public and private law proceedings, representing parents, children, and local authorities. The firm seeks a practitioner with strong advocacy skills and a thorough understanding of care proceedings. This permanent contract involves managing complex cases from inception to conclusion within a respected team. The position offers the chance to work within a well-established practice known for its expertise in childcare law across the region.

Childcare Solicitor (Children Panel) | Leicester | 5+ PQE | Legal 500 Firm – Are you looking for a new challenge? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Childcare Solicitor to join a reputable and Legal 500 recognised practice. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Theresa on 0121 454 1004 or email theresa.lucas@enllegal.co.uk with your CV.
JOB TITLE: Childcare Solicitor
PQE: 5+ PQE
LOCATION: Leicestershire
SALARY: £55K plus
Are you a Children Panel Accredited Solicitor looking for your next career move? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, Legal 500 recognised firm with an outstanding reputation in childcare law. Due to continued growth, the firm is looking to appoint an experienced Childcare Solicitor to join its highly regarded team in Northampton.
THE ROLE:
You will manage a varied caseload of public and private children law matters, acting on behalf of children and providing expert advice and representation throughout proceedings. Matters will include:
• Care proceedings
• Emergency Protection Orders (EPOs)
• Special Guardianship Orders (SGOs)
• Private children law applications
This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside experienced specialists within a supportive team that is committed to delivering exceptional client care.
THE CANDIDATE:
Applications are welcomed from Childcare Solicitors with:
• A minimum of 5 years' PQE
• Children Panel Accreditation (essential or workings towards the qualification)
• Experience representing children in public law proceedings
• Strong advocacy and case management skills
• A compassionate, client-focused approach and excellent communication skills
THE FIRM
This respected Legal 500 practice is recognised for its expertise in family and childcare law and has built an excellent reputation for both the quality of its legal services and its supportive working environment. The firm places real importance on collaboration, professional development and maintaining a healthy work-life balance, making it an excellent place to build a long-term career.
HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Theresa Lucas at eNL on 0121 454 1004 or email theresa.lucas@enllegal.co.uk with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.
eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.
At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.