Adult Social Care Solicitor

Job in Rushden, Northamptonshire, NN10, England, UK

Listing for: Service Care Solutions

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-14

Job specializations:

Law/Legal
Legal Counsel, Lawyer

Service Care Solutions is working in partnership with a Local Authority, based in Northamptonshire, which is looking to recruit an experienced Adult Social Care Solicitor to join their legal services team. This is an excellent opportunity for an established adult social care lawyer to support the Council by providing high-quality legal advice across a broad range of adult care matters, including advocacy and court work.

The Role

Adult Social Care Solicitor - Local Authority (Hybrid work, Northamptonshire)

Court of Protection work
Mental Capacity Act matters
Mental Health law
General advisory work under the Care Act
Associated court work and proceedings
Mentor/support the existing lawyer and legal assistant in the team

Key Requirements

5+ years of PQE in Adult Social Care law as a Solicitor in England and Wales
Proven experience working as an Adult Social Care Solicitor within a local authority or similar public sector environment
Strong expertise in Court of Protection, mental capacity, and mental health

Benefits

Hybrid working
Weekly pay – the rate offered will depend on experience and interview performance
Flexible hours
Successful referral bonus of £250

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.

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