Locum Adult Social Care Lawyer – East Midlands – initial 3 months+ – Remote Working – £40-50 per hour (Umbrella)
Venn Group’s specialist legal team are currently working with a reputable Local Authority in the East Midlands area who are recruiting for a Locum Adult Social Care Lawyer to join their department.
Ideally, the client would prefer this assignment to be worked on a full-time basis however candidates possessing part-time availability with relevant experience may also be considered.
This role is offered for an initial period of 3 Months with the possibility of extension and will be worked on a fully remote basis for the foreseeable future.
This opportunity is suitable for a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive with professional experience gained within Local Government.
Duties may include:
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Instructing on aspects of community care under both the Care Act 2014 and National Assistance Act 1948, including ordinary residence, direct payments and personal budgets, vulnerable adults, appointeeship/deputyship
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Appearing in the Court of Protection for both health and welfare and property and financial affairs related matters
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Defending Applications for Judicial Review in the Administrative Court
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Handling matters concerning continuing Health Care funding, s117 Mental Health Act 1983, adult safeguarding and debt recovery of care fees
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Defending Judicial review proceedings in relation to community care matters and disputing age assessments
An hourly rate of £40 to 50 per hour (umbrella) is offered for this position.
For further information, please contact Philippa Stoate or Connie Ross on 0121 616 0660, alternatively email midlandslegal@venngroup.com
Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.