Senior Children and Families Lawyer

Your new company A highly regarded local authority legal team is seeking an experienced Senior Lawyer to join its Children and Families practice on an initial 6-month contract. This is an opportunity to work within a well-established public law team supporting critical safeguarding and children''s services functions.You''ll benefit from a strong support structure, including dedicated Legal Officers and specialist business support teams, allowing you to focus on delivering high-quality legal advice, advocacy and case management.The organisation offers flexibility around working arrangements, with fully remote working considered for the right candidate.Some office attendance is preferred, but remote working can be considered.Your new role As a Senior Lawyer, you will manage a complex caseload of children and family matters, with a particular focus on:Public law children''s proceedings, including Section 31 mattersDeprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) and related Court of Protection workProviding strategic legal advice to Children''s ServicesAdvocacy and representation in contested proceedings where appropriateDrafting legal documentation, applications and pleadingsAdvising on safeguarding responsibilities, legislation and statutory guidanceThis is a full-time position working 35 hours per week on an initial 6-month contract, with a likelihood of extension.What you''ll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will be:A qualified Solicitor, Barrister or FCILEX with ..... full job details .....