Inquests Solicitor

p strong Inquests Solicitor - Leeds - Up to £75,000 /strong /p p br /p p A highly regarded and progressive UK law firm with a strong reputation in public sector, healthcare and social care advisory work is seeking an Inquests Solicitor to join its specialist team in Leeds. /p p br /p p This is an excellent opportunity for an Inquests Solicitor to work on nationally significant, sensitive and high-profile matters involving health and social care organisations across both the public and independent sectors in Leeds. /p p br /p p The firm is known for its collaborative culture, strong support structure and commitment to professional development, offering real responsibility alongside high-quality, meaningful work. /p p br /p p strong The Role: /strong /p p br /p ul li Managing a caseload of inquest and Court of Protection matters /li li Advising NHS bodies, public authorities and independent providers /li li Handling complex legal, procedural and advisory issues /li li Preparing cases and undertaking advocacy where appropriate /li li Attending inquest hearings and related proceedings /li li Supporting junior team members where required /li li Contributing to client development and training initiatives /li li Developing expertise across mental health, safeguarding and wider advisory work strong /strong /li /ul p br /p p strong About You: /strong /p p br /p ul li Qualified Solicitor with experience in inquests and/or Court of Protection work /li li Strong case management and advisory skills /li li Experience working with health and social care clients (public or private sector) /li li Excellent drafting and communication skills /li li Able to manage a varied and sensitive caseload independently /li li Strong attention to detail and analytical ability /li li Organised, proactive and collaborative approach /li li Advocacy experience desirable but not essential /li /ul p br /p p strong Benefits: /strong /p p br /p ul li Salary up to £75,000 depending on experience /li li 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays /li li Hybrid / flexible working arrangement /li li Pension plan /li li Healthcare cover and life Insurance - 4x annual salary /li li Travel Loan and Cycle to work schemes /li /ul p br /p p strong Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone /strong . /p p br /p p strong Contact Danielle Lawton /strong Retained Consultant /p p br /p p Direct Dial: strong 0113 511 7115 /strong Mobile: strong 0737 602 8332 /strong /p p Email: strong Danielle.Lawton@williamjamesrecruitment.com /strong /p p br /p p strong More About William James Recruitment /strong /p p br /p p William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments. /p