At a Glance
- Tasks: Handle diverse legal cases in healthcare, focusing on Court of Protection and mental health.
- Company: Join DACB, a leading firm in health and public law with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: We value diversity and provide an accessible recruitment process.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in healthcare law while developing your expertise.
- Qualifications: Experience in Court of Protection or mental health law is essential.
The predicted salary is between 37338 - 44962 £ per year.
DACB’s Health, Care and Public Law Team provides legal advice and training to a wide range of organisations across the health and social care sector. We currently have an opportunity for a Newly Qualified Solicitor (up to c.2 years PQE) to join the team, focusing on regulatory and advisory support with a particular emphasis on Court of Protection and mental health matters.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle a varied caseload of Court of Protection and mental health work with appropriate supervision.
- Advise NHS clients including commissioners, ICBs, mental health trusts, and acute trusts, as well as independent and private sector providers on matters relating to mental capacity, deprivation of liberty, care arrangements, contact disputes, and medical treatment decisions.
- Act as a key point of contact for clients, communicating confidently and professionally with stakeholders including courts, clinicians, and NHS bodies.
- Collaborate with senior lawyers including Legal Directors and Partners within the Healthcare Public Law team.
- Work across a range of geographically diverse matters, including potential collaboration with colleagues in Newcastle and Bristol.
- Support business development activity including client training sessions and sector-focused events.
- Build strong internal networks across the wider Health practice.
- Handle confidential information in line with firm protocols and ensure compliance with billing and matter management processes.
Skills, Knowledge
- A clear commitment to developing expertise in this specialist area is essential.
- Prior experience in Court of Protection and/or mental health work (essential).
- Strong interest in healthcare law and the wider health and social care sector (essential).
- Experience gained through training contract seats or paralegal work in CoP/MH is highly desirable.
- Experience advising NHS bodies or claimant/patient-focused work is advantageous.
- Advocacy experience is beneficial but not essential, as training can be provided.
- Excellent client handling and relationship management skills, with confidence engaging with NHS stakeholders and clinicians.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to deal with sensitive and complex subject matter.
- Commercial awareness and a practical, solutions‑focused approach rather than a purely academic legal mindset.
- Team-oriented with a collaborative approach and willingness to support colleagues across the wider group.
Additional Information
We are a Disability Confident Scheme employer and are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage, please contact recruitment@dacbeachcroft.com.
Solicitor - Health Care and Public Law employer: DAC Beachcroft
DAC Beachcroft is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. As part of the Health, Care and Public Law Team, you will have the opportunity to engage with a diverse range of clients in the healthcare sector, while benefiting from collaborative mentorship from experienced legal professionals. With a commitment to professional training and a focus on meaningful work in a vital field, DAC Beachcroft stands out as a rewarding place to advance your legal career.
