Childcare Solicitor; Children Panel Accredited

Childcare Solicitor (Children Panel Accredited)

Service Care Legal are working with a highly regarded Legal 500-ranked firm in West London is seeking an experienced Children Panel Accredited Child Care Solicitor to join its growing Family team. This is a senior role offering autonomy, flexible working, and the opportunity to supervise junior colleagues.

ROLE: Childcare Solicitor (Children Panel Accredited)

LOCATION: West London

Salary: £45,000–£60,000 DOE

PQE: 5+ years

• Manage a complex public and private Child Care caseload, including Legal Aid/CCMS and advocacy
• Represent parents, family members, and children (directly or via CAFCASS Guardians)
• Supervise and mentor junior lawyers and caseworkers, supporting team development
• Contribute to business development and strengthening referral networks

• Children Panel Accredited Solicitor with 5+ years’ PQE in Child Care
• Strong experience in Legal Aid, care proceedings, and sensitive client matters
• Confident advocate with excellent drafting, case management, and client care skills
• Commercially aware, proactive, and able to build trusted professional relationships

If this sounds like an opportunity of interest, please contact Lloyd Stanley on (phone number removed), or email (url removed). We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250

• Job Title:
  
  Childcare Solicitor (Children Panel Accredited)
• Company:
  Service Care Solutions
• Location:
  
  West London
• Posted:
  Feb 6th 2026
• Closes:
  Mar 9th 2026
• Sector:
  Legal
• Contract:
  
  Permanent
• Hours:
  
  Full Time