Donovan Newton Solicitors
We are a Midlands based firm specialising in Mental Health and Mental Capacity Law. Due to continued growth and expansion we are looking to recruit a Solicitor to join our Court of Protection team.
The ideal candidate will have experience of managing a caseload of s.16 and s.21A proceedings under the Mental Capacity Act 2005. Experience and an understanding of legal aid is desirable.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential and the successful candidate will be self-motivated with an ability to work alone and as part of a team. Most of the work will be done remotely. Good IT skills will also be required.
Competitive salary commensurate to experience and qualifications. Other benefits include:
1. Inclusion in our private medical insurance scheme;
2. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays;
3. Inclusion in our pension scheme.
This is a full-time post but applicants seeking a part-time position will also be considered. You will work alongside the head of department, who is an ALR.
For further information or to apply please contact Simon Newton at Simon.newton@donovannewton.co.uk