Education Solicitor

We are currently recruiting for a talented Lawyer to join our Education team. We are open to receiving applicants to work from either our Manchester, Liverpool or Birmingham offices. You will be assisting on and running your own education cases. You will play a vital role in securing appropriate provision, placements and therapies for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities. Responsibilities: Provide a timely and professional service to clients Meet and talk with clients to establish the firm’s suitability to provide the necessary advice and services, based on the firm’s specialism and likely cost. Take client instructions, and ensure they are implemented appropriately. Monitor clients’ costs in respect of their cost estimate and ensure that clients are updated where necessary. Advise clients on the law and legal issues relating to their case in person, via telephone, email, and virtual meeting as appropriate. Maintain an accurate and up to date record of each matter within the firm’s case management software. Ensure that all relevant deadlines are recorded and adhered to. Drafting the necessary legal documents for each case ensuring they are tailored to the client’s individual needs Negotiate with clients and other professionals to secure agreed objectives. Research and analyse documents and case law to ensure the accuracy of advice and procedure. Correspond with clients and opposing solicitors/Responsible Bodies Attend meetings with clients and opposing parties. Instruct barristers or specialist advocates to appear in tribunal for the client Advise on the instructions of independent experts to act in legal proceedings. Delegate work to trainee solicitors and paralegals as appropriate, providing clear instructions, and support where required. Expected to bring in cases and build own caseload as well as working with existing referral sources Attend marketing events to provide free legal advice and promote Slater