We have an exciting new role become available for a Temporary Part-Time Legal Assistant to work for South Gloucestershire Council at their offices in Badmington Road, Yate.
You will be working 22 hours a week. Days/hours to be agreed within Monday to Friday. Usually Thursday in the office as a minimum. Working from home on occasion is likely to be an option.*
Purpose of the role is - To provide assistance within a key service including in the supervision of a team of staff where relevant.
Work that assignment will cover:
* Advise social workers on the Re X process to authorise a deprivation of liberty in the community and filing the application with the court.
* Keep a record of the progress of cases filed with the court, the orders made and follow this up with social workers to ensure that the Local Authority complies with court orders.
* Assist solicitors by completing applications to the court under section 16 Mental Capacity Act 2005 for welfare orders, updating bundles, e-filing orders, obtaining sealed orders and actioning court directions.
* Undertake legal research for solicitors and provide advice to the client department on care and support, mental health law and education law.
* Attend round table meetings and court hearings with counsel, where necessary.
Experience Required
1. The candidate will have a law degree or CILEx level 6 Dip...