My client is a legal 500 law firm on the lookout for a Child Panel Solicitor to join their highly regarded firm in South East London

Key Responsibilities:
*Representing Children in Care Proceedings:
*Provide legal representation for children in care proceedings, ensuring their rights and interests are effectively advocated in court.
*Advising on Care and Child Protection Matters:
*Offer expert legal advice to children, guardians, and families on issues related to care proceedings, child protection, and family law matters.
*Conducting Advocacy:
*Act as an advocate in court, presenting cases, cross-examining witnesses, and making submissions on behalf of the child or their guardian.
*Case Management:
*Manage a caseload of complex and sensitive care proceedings, ensuring timely and thorough preparation for each case, including gathering evidence, drafting documents, and liaising with other professionals.
*Client Care and Communication:
*Maintain high standards of client care, ensuring clear, empathetic, and effective communication with children, their families, and other professionals involved in the case.
*Collaborating with Multidisciplinary Teams:
*Work closely with social workers, guardians, medical experts, and other professionals to gather information, provide legal guidance, and develop case strategies.
*Legal Aid Management:
*Ensure compliance with legal aid regulations and manage the financial aspects of cases, including applying for and justifying legal aid funding where necessary.
*Court Documentation and Reporting:
*Draft and review court documents, including statements, orders, and reports, ensuring accuracy and adherence to legal standards.
*Training and Development:
*Participate in ongoing professional development, including training sessions, seminars, and workshops, to enhance legal knowledge and advocacy skills.

The Ideal Candidate:
*An experienced Childcare Solicitor (must be Child Panel accredited)
*Proficient in advising families on Care proceedings and legally aided matters
*Experience with complex cases involving medical issues is advantageous
*Prior experience in representing children in care proceedings
*Possesses excellent client care and communication skills
Benefits:
*Bonus scheme
*Flexible/ hybrid working
*Training/ development