Full job descriptionChildcare Solicitor
Taunton/Exeter
Hybrid working


This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, multi-office law firm with a strong reputation for providing high-quality legal services across the South West. With continued growth and investment in its Family team, the firm is looking to appoint a Child Law Solicitor who is passionate about making a genuine difference to the lives of children and families.
The successful candidate will join a supportive and collaborative team, working on a varied caseload of public family law matters. This role offers flexibility with hybrid working, genuine career progression, and the opportunity to develop your expertise within a respected and growing practice.
What you’ll be doing:
*Managing your own caseload of public child law matters from instruction through to conclusion.
*Representing parents, guardians and children in care proceedings, supervision orders, emergency protection orders and adoption matters.
*Advising vulnerable clients with empathy and professionalism throughout the legal process.
*Conducting advocacy in the Family Court and liaising with Counsel where appropriate.
*Preparing legal documentation, witness statements and court bundles.
*Working closely with local authorities, social services and other professionals involved in child protection cases.
*Managing files, time recording and billing while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
About you:
*Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with a current practising certificate.
*Experience in public family law, care proceedings or child protection matters.
*Applications are welcomed from Newly Qualified Lawyers through to experienced practitioners.
*Experience working on legally aided matters is advantageous.
*Children Panel Accreditation would be highly desirable, although candidates with relevant child law experience who are looking to achieve accreditation are encouraged to apply.
*Confident advocate with excellent client care and communication skills.
*Organised, proactive and able to manage a busy caseload effectively.
Benefits:
*Competitive salary depending on experience.
*Team & Individual Bonus Scheme
*25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
*Hybrid working.
*Company pension.
*Health and wellbeing programme.
*Referral scheme.
*Company events.
*Ongoing training and career development within a growing Family team.
*Opportunity to work alongside experienced Child Law specialists with support towards further professional development.
Next steps..
Send your CV and a member of the team will be in touch.