At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage your own childcare caseload and provide high-quality legal services.
- Company: Dynamic law firm in Islington with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, bonus potential, pension plan, and 26 days holiday plus birthday off.
- Other info: Join a vibrant team with regular social events and growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Gain autonomy, flexibility, and real career progression in childcare law.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor with experience in childcare law and Legal Aid work.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Location: London, Islington
Salary: £40,000+ (DOE & PQE)
Hours: 35 per week
Holiday: 26 days + bank holidays (+ birthday off after 1 year)
Overview
We're looking for a Childcare Solicitor (1-10 years PQE) to join a dynamic and supportive team. You'll manage your own caseload while delivering high-quality legal services to vulnerable clients, including parents, guardians and children (directly or via CAFCASS). This is a role offering real autonomy, flexible working, and strong career progression.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a varied childcare caseload with minimal supervision
- Advise and represent clients with sensitivity and professionalism
- Handle Legal Aid and CCMS processes
- Prepare court bundles, draft statements, and instruct counsel
- Conduct your own advocacy where appropriate
- Supervise and support junior team members
- Contribute to business development and team growth
- Maintain excellent client care and service standards
Casework Includes
- Care, Interim Care & Supervision Orders
- Emergency & Police Protection Orders
- Special Guardianship, Placement & Adoption Orders
- Child Protection Conferences & Pre-Proceedings
- Domestic abuse and Child Arrangements matters
- Prohibited Steps & Specific Issue Orders
About You
- Qualified Solicitor (1-10 years PQE)
- Children Panel Accreditation (or working towards) preferred
- Strong experience in childcare law and Legal Aid work
- Confident managing a busy caseload and meeting deadlines
- Excellent communication and client care skills
- Advocacy experience desirable (not essential)
- Commercially aware with an interest in business development
What's on Offer
- Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 from home)
- Bonus potential
- Company pension & Medicash health plan
- Clear progression opportunities
- Supportive team environment and regular social events
If you're looking for flexibility, high-quality work, and genuine career progression, we'd love to hear from you.
We think you need these skills to ace Family Solicitor in London
Communication Skills
Flexibility
Problem-Solving Skills
Adaptability
Compassion
Teamwork
Organizational Skills
