Care & Child Protection Solicitor/CILEX

Care & Child Protection Solicitor/CILEX l Taunton

The firm:

Proud to be a leader within the Somerset market, this Legal 500-ranked regional firm offers a familiar local touch when delivering legal services for its clients.

They have a rich legacy of serving the local community for well over 100 years and it's their transparent and reassuring approach that has kept them as the first choice for private individuals and businesses in the community.

There is a palpable sense of team spirit at the firm with colleagues pulling together to support each other and drive forward their success as a collective.

The role:

This firm is looking to appoint a Care & Child Protection Solicitor or CILEX to work in their thriving Taunton office.

The highly rated childcare team handles a diverse range of work, including adoption orders, child arrangement orders, child custody, police protection orders, special guardianship orders, and child protection review conferences. They represent parents, grandparents, and other family members.

They are looking to welcome an additional lawyer to handle a mix of Legal Aid matters and some privately funded work. Ideally, candidates will hold panel membership or be Children Law accredited, or be willing to apply for accreditation with the firm's support.

Additionally, candidates who can supervise more junior team members and are willing to become a Legal Aid Supervisor are highly desired.

The ideal candidate:

• Care & Child Protection Solicitor with any level of PQE
• Dedicated, empathetic and committed to delivering the very best client care
• A team player and willing to get involved with business development and networking activities

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary package and a flexible approach to working
• A genuine meritocracy and opportunity to develop
• A thriving workload with the scope to take on the types of family work you enjoy

This leading regional firm is seeking to appoint a dedicated Care & Child Protection Solicitor or CILEX to join their well-regarded team based in Taunton.

Apply now for immediate consideration or get in touch for a confidential conversation.