Job Description
Child Care Solicitor (3+ PQE) - Derbyshire
An established and well-respected Derbyshire law firm is seeking an experienced Child Care Solicitor to join its busy Child Care and Family Law Department representing parents and grandparents in care proceedings across Derbyshire.
With a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality legal services and client-focused representation, the firm has served the local community for many decades and provides expertise across family law, care proceedings, criminal defence, conveyancing and wills and probate.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for a Solicitor with strong experience in public law children matters who is confident handling cases from the pre-proceedings stage through to court advocacy.
The Role
You will manage a varied caseload of public law children matters, acting for parents and family members where social services are involved in care proceedings or pre-proceedings (PLO).
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing your own Child Care/Public Law Children caseload
- Representing parents and grandparents in care proceedings
- Attending Child Protection Conferences
- Handling Public Law Outline (PLO) meetings
- Conducting court advocacy
- Advising clients on care orders, supervision orders and related proceedings
- Supporting vulnerable clients through complex family law matters
About the Firm
The firm is a well-established regional practice with offices in Derbyshire, known for its client-focused and approachable service. It provides legal advice across a range of disciplines including family law, children law, criminal defence, conveyancing and wills and probate.
The firm prides itself on offering a personal, down-to-earth approach, ensuring clients feel supported when dealing with sensitive and often challenging legal issues.
Its experienced team works closely with clients to provide clear guidance, strong representation and tailored legal solutions, regardless of whether matters are publicly or privately funded.
Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor or Solicitor Advocate
- Minimum 3 years PQE in Child Care/Public Law Children matters
- Experience handling care proceedings and PLO matters
- Confident court advocacy and case management
- Strong client care and communication skills
- Children Panel Accreditation desirable but not essential
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Opportunity to join a busy and supportive childcare team
- Varied and meaningful caseload supporting families in complex situations
- Career progression within an established regional law firm
If you are an experienced Child Care Solicitor looking to develop your career within a reputable and client-focused firm, please get in touch with Andrew Cookson at G2 Legal or apply via the link enclosing your current CV
