Author: Alice

The Firm 

The firm specialises in Mental Health and Court of Protection (Health & Welfare) work. We have offices based in Leicester and Milton Keynes, but would consider applications from outside these areas. The firm is a multi-award winning firm, having won various awards including the current Leicestershire Law Society ‘Solicitor of the Year’. As well as being committed to excellent client care and legal aid work, the firm is also committed to maintaining a dynamic, enjoyable and friendly work environment with various staff benefits.  

Mental Health Solicitor (Panel Member) 

We have an opportunity for a Mental Health Panel member to join our firm. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of Tribunal work with paralegal and billing support. We have hybrid working arrangements in place which offers flexibility and great work/life balance. We offer great career progression and professional development. The salary is competitive and dependent on experience with a start date as soon as possible. 

Court of Protection (Health & Welfare) Solicitor or Paralegal 

We also welcome any applications from experienced Court of Protection Solicitors or paralegals to join our growing team of practitioners to work alongside our head of department who is an ALR. 

How to Apply 

Please apply with a CV and covering letter to reena@thaliwalveja.co.uk, or alternatively if you would like to have an informal and confidential chat then please call 0116 274 5252 and ask for Reena. 

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Mental Health Solicitor – Southwest & Midlands

Reeds Solicitors LLP are a successful and established legal practice, that pride themselves on excellence. We are looking to expand so we can continue to represent those in most need and provide advice and representation on all aspects of Mental Health Law. Accordingly, we have an opportunity for a panel-accredited fee earner to join our Mental Health team.

The successful candidate will be connected to the southwest and midlands procurement area (office based in Gloucestershire). The candidate does not need to be based within this area however will need to have a willingness to travel to the associated courts or hospitals (based in GL1, GL51, GL53). We offer hybrid and flexible working schemes available to all employees.

The successful candidates must be a member of the Law Society’s Mental Health Accreditation Scheme and will be expected to manage their own diverse caseload, undertaking all aspects of advocacy before the Tribunal and Hospital Managers.

Supervisor status would be advantageous, but other applications will be considered.

A full UK driving licence is essential.

Salary depending on experience – applications or enquiries to recruitment@reeds.co.uk with MENTAL HEALTH SOLICITOR in the subject bar. Thank you.

Job description

• Meeting and interviewing clients to give advice on all aspects of their detention under the Mental Health Act.
• Managing varied and complex cases from beginning to end.
• Representing clients before the Mental Health Tribunal and/or Hospital Managers’ Hearings.
• Ensuring standards of files are met in accordance with the Office Manual and Lexcel standards.
• Providing the highest level of client care.
• Undertaking legal research and instructing experts where required.
• Undertaking a range of Continuing Competence activities to meet The Law Society’s criteria.
• Working in a team, sometimes referring cases to the Head of Department.
• Supervising and delegating work to trainee solicitors, paralegals and legal secretaries as appropriate.
• Any other duties as directed by the Team Leader or a member of the Management Team.

Person Specification

• Must be a member of The Law Society’s Mental Health Accreditation Panel.
• Excellent communicator in both written and spoken English.
• Excellent understanding of client care requirements and a commitment to legal aid.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office package and the ability to learn and efficiently use both practice and case management software.
• Must be proactive in seeking to manage and progress files and apply a consistent attention to detail.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• The ability to work within a high pressure, high workload environment.
• Be self-confident, proactive and able to develop good working relationship with third parties.
• Resilient with the ability to cope with ever-changing priorities.
• A flexible approach and willingness to help across the department, with a “can do” attitude.

Why work for Reeds Solicitors?

We are a forward thinking, dynamic, Leading Top Tier Legal 500 company, who put their clients and employees first. We are a fun and flexible firm with good opportunities for development and career progression, in fact we have been award-shortlisted for our flexible working and wellbeing policies. We expect a lot from our employees but in return we offer:

• The ability to earn up to 30 days of holiday with years of service (standard holiday packages start at 21 days plus all bank holidays).
• Additional paid day off on your birthday.
• Ability to purchase a further 5 days of holiday each year.
• Discretionary additional holiday days given at Christmas (up to a maximum of 2 days)
• Flexible working schemes available to all employees.
• Private medical health care with the option to add optical and dental care.
• Discounted gym memberships.
• Fresh fruit baskets in each office on a weekly basis.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Unlimited access to online based training, structured regulatory training and a weekly ‘top tip’ to support and enhance working practices.
• A culture of respect for colleagues and the best possible service for our clients.
• Employee assistance programme with access to physical, mental and emotional health advice & webinars, wellbeing videos and programmes, online counselling & mini health checks.

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Clifford Johnston & Co are an experienced mental health practice based in South Manchester and Stockport, providing advice in this niche area of law for over 40 years. We are currently recruiting for a Law Society Accredited Mental Health Advocate. We will consider full or part-time applicants.

The applicant must have a driving licence and own transport. Full support will be provided for newly qualified advocates. We are a busy and friendly practice and the position involves all aspects of mental health cases from first instructions to representation at tribunal/hospital managers hearings.

Remuneration commensurate to experience.

The successful candidate will be based at our Heaton Moor office with the opportunity for hybrid WFH/office arrangements. Interested applicants should please send their CV and covering letter by email to n.doherty@cj-law.co.uk.

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