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Appletons Solicitors, one of the leading niche mental health practices in Yorkshire, are seeking a Mental Health Fee Earner / Solicitor / Consultant to join our highly experienced and respected Mental Health Team

We are based in serviced offices at Hub26 in Cleckheaton and provide representation throughout the North of England

The successful applicant will ideally be a Law Society panel member

Applications will be considered from those seeking either a full or a part-time role with the opportunity of hybrid working from home and office-based arrangements.

A full driving licence and use of own vehicle is essential.

Salary / fee-sharing arrangements are negotiable, depending upon experience.

We value employee well-being and accordingly free gym membership and access to lounge facilities will be provided for all successful applicants

To apply, please email your CV with a covering letter to Mr Shazad Malik: shazad.malik@appletonssolicitors.co.uk

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Mental Health Solicitor / Supervisor (Law Society Accredited)

Location: Hybrid – Finchley (2 half days per week) / Remote
Region Covered: South & South East
Salary: Circa £40K, with opportunity to negotiate depending on experience
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Mental Health Solicitor with Law Society Mental Health Accreditation to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a solicitor looking for career progression into a supervisory role, supporting a well-established Mental Health Department.

About the Role

You will take responsibility for a team of two paralegals within our Finchley office, and you will provide guidance, supervision, and support to ensure excellent client service and compliance with professional standards. You will be supported and supervised by the Head of Mental Health.

The role is hybrid, with flexibility to work remotely. Attendance at the Finchley office twice a week (half days) will be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the mental health team, including training and supporting paralegals
• Handle a caseload of mental health tribunal and related matters
• Maintain compliance with Legal Aid Agency (LAA) requirements and firm policies
• Contribute to business development and the continued growth of the Mental Health Department
• Liaise effectively with clients, hospitals, and other stakeholders across the South & South East region.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with current Law Society Mental Health Accreditation
• 2+ years PQE (preferred) with experience handling mental health tribunal work
• Strong supervisory or mentoring skills, with an interest in developing others
• Excellent communication, organisation, and case management skills
• A driving licence and car would be desirable but not essential
• Self-motivated and comfortable working both independently and as part of a wider team.

Applications (CV and Cover letter) should be sent directly to hr@gnlaw.co.uk. The successful candidate will undergo standard reference and background checks and checks for proof of right to work before role commencement.

The deadline for applications is Friday 7^th August 2026, but we will begin interviews as soon as we receive applications. 

In addition, we offer the following benefits: 

1.          A quarterly and annual bonus scheme

2.          Private pension

3.          Employee assistance programme

4.          25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

5.          Private healthcare after 2 years

6.          Hybrid working

7.          Comprehensive training and development opportunities

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Mental Health Solicitor / Supervisor (Law Society Accredited)

Location: Hybrid – Bedford (2 half days per week) / Finchley (1 day per month, depending on location of applicant) / Remote
Region Covered: Midlands & East of England
Salary: Circa £40K, with opportunity to negotiate depending on experience
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Mental Health Solicitor with Law Society Mental Health Accreditation to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a solicitor looking for career progression into a supervisory role, overseeing our Bedford office and supporting a well-established Mental Health Department.

About the Role

You will take responsibility for supervising the Bedford office, which currently supports a busy and growing caseload across the Midlands and East of England (ME procurement area). The team includes three paralegals based in the Bedford area, and you will provide guidance, supervision, and support to ensure excellent client service and compliance with professional standards. You will be supported and supervised by the Head of Mental Health, who will be in attendance at the Bedford office weekly to begin with.

The role is hybrid, with flexibility to work remotely. Attendance at the Bedford office once a week will be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the mental health team in Bedford, including training and supporting paralegals
• Handle a caseload of mental health tribunal and related matters
• Maintain compliance with Legal Aid Agency (LAA) requirements and firm policies
• Contribute to business development and the continued growth of the Mental Health Department
• Liaise effectively with clients, hospitals, and other stakeholders across the Midlands and East region.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with current Law Society Mental Health Accreditation
• 2+ years PQE (preferred) with experience handling mental health tribunal work
• Strong supervisory or mentoring skills, with an interest in developing others
• Excellent communication, organisation, and case management skills
• A driving licence and car would be desirable due to the area covered
• Self-motivated and comfortable working both independently and as part of a wider team.

Applications (CV and Cover letter) should be sent directly to hr@gnlaw.co.uk. The successful candidate will undergo standard reference and background checks and checks for proof of right to work before role commencement.

The deadline for applications is Friday 7^th August 2026, but we will begin interviews as soon as we receive applications. 

In addition, we offer the following benefits: 

1.          A quarterly and annual bonus scheme

2.          Private pension

3.          Employee assistance programme

4.          25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

5.          Private healthcare after 2 years

6.          Hybrid working

7.          Comprehensive training and development opportunities

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1. Mental Health Fee Earner/Solicitor – Stockport

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our expanding Mental Health team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is committed to mental health law and delivering outstanding client care.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing their own caseload of Tribunal files and working with existing fee earners in the Mental Health team.

Both full and part time applications will be considered.

Requirements:

Membership of the Law Society’s Mental Health Accreditation Scheme – Essential

Full UK driving licence – Desirable

Salary: Competitive salary depending on experience.

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Senior Lawyer (Criminal) – Litigation, Prosecution & Inquest Team
Home-based in the United Kingdom or office-based (at our London or Leeds offices), with hybrid working also available

About Us

We’re the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and we work to improve health and adult social care in England.

We have a purpose to regulate health and adult social care, work together with the public, systems and providers of care to protect people, and to promote and improve quality of care. Our vision is to see everyone receiving safe, effective and compassionate care.

We’re committed to listening, acting, informing and protecting the public, helping providers and systems of care to improve and innovate, ensuring our people feel valued and do great work, and working together with partners who share our purpose for better care.

One of our main commitments is to become a truly inclusive organisation and to role model a diverse and representative culture. To do so, we work with a variety of networks, including the Disability Equality Network, Race Equality Network and LGBT+ Equality Network.

We are now looking for a Senior Lawyer to join our Litigation, Prosecution & Inquest Team on a full-time, permanent basis, working 37 hours per week. For the right candidate, compressed hours may be considered.

The Benefits

– Salary of £55,172 (National Framework) or £61,028 (London Framework if you are London office-based or home-based and live within the boundary of the M25). There is also a £600 annual homeworking allowance for full-time homeworkers and an annual Recruitment and Retention Allowance of £2,500
– Annual leave starting at 27 days per year, rising to 32.5 days with service, plus bank holidays (usually 8 days per year)
– Training and development opportunities
– Wellbeing initiatives, such as gym discounts and meditation
– NHS pension scheme, with around 14% employer contribution
– Discount schemes (including eligibility for a Blue Light card, at a cost of £4.99 and valid for 2 years), reward vouchers, car leasing and more!

Why this could be a great role for you…

This is a fantastic opportunity for a high-calibre, qualified lawyer with experience of criminal litigation, prosecutions, inquests or regulatory enforcement work to join our vital national organisation.

With genuine flexibility, you’ll be enabled to work from home anywhere in the UK, work from one of our offices, or combine the two through hybrid working. Through these options and the potential of compressed hours, we are focused on helping you achieve a healthy balance between your career and personal commitments.

What’s more, you’ll benefit from excellent professional development opportunities, a highly competitive pension scheme and a supportive environment where your expertise and contribution will be valued.

What you will bring…

– Qualifications as a solicitor, barrister or legal executive in England and Wales
– At least five years’ professional legal experience, including managing caseloads and advising on complex legal matters
– Experience handling legal proceedings, including presenting cases in the criminal courts, coronial settings or a background in regulatory enforcement work
– Experience leading or supporting colleagues while applying knowledge of investigations, prosecutions or public law to solve complex problems

What you’ll be doing…

As a Senior Lawyer, you will provide expert legal advice and support across a range of complex regulatory matters, helping ensure our decisions are fair, lawful and focused on protecting people who use health and care services.

Working closely with colleagues across CQC, you will lead legal work on investigations, prosecutions and inquest cases, providing practical advice and helping shape legal strategies that support effective regulatory and enforcement activity.

You will also play an important leadership role within the team, supporting colleagues through supervision and coaching. Building strong relationships with senior stakeholders, you will help to ensure Legal Services continues to deliver high-quality, consistent support across the organisation.

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 16 June 2026 at 11.59pm.

Next steps…

If you require any support or assistance with the recruitment process, please get in touch with our team or include a note in your application.

We know diverse teams allow for a more creative and productive environment and therefore encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, gender/sex, gender identity or expression, religion or belief, disability, ethnicity or sexual orientation.

So, if you want to develop your career as a Senior Lawyer, please apply via the button shown.

Other organisations may call this role Criminal Lawyer, Regulatory Lawyer, Litigation Lawyer, Prosecution Lawyer, Inquest Lawyer, Senior Solicitor, Barrister, Senior Legal Executive, Legal Counsel, or Regulatory Enforcement Lawyer.

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Paralegal / Legal Executive – Mental Health Law

Oti & Lion Solicitors is a specialist mental health law firm in Leicester, and we are looking for a dedicated, motivated and empathetic individual to join our team as a Paralegal or Legal Executive.

In this role, you will provide high-quality assistance with mental health cases. You will support our solicitors with client care, legal drafting, and case preparation, as well as attend hearings and client meetings where needed.

An interest in mental health and supporting vulnerable individuals is important.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Approachable and empathetic, because often this area of work can be distressing for family members of the client.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills, and the ability to work with tight deadlines when necessary.
• A personable, calm, and caring nature with excellent client care and interpersonal skills.
• A driving licence and access to a car.

What we offer:

• Training and development in mental health law.
• Support to work towards legal qualifications if required.
• A friendly, supportive working environment.

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

How to apply: If you are interested in this role, please send your CV and covering letter to oti@otiandlionsolictiors.com

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1. Mental health solicitor

London & South west

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate individual to join our specialist Mental Health team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is committed to mental health law and delivering outstanding client care.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing their own caseload and preparing files for billing prior to submission to our dedicated billing department. General administrative duties will also form part of the role.

We have vacancies available in both our London and Bristol offices. While local candidates are preferred, we are open to considering strong applicants based outside these areas. Hybrid working arrangements are in place.

Requirements:

Membership of the Law Society’s Mental Health Accreditation Scheme – Essential

Full UK driving licence – Desirable

Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience.

Competitive salary depending on experience.

Start date: ASAP

Please apply with CV to info@abbottsmartin.com

2. Mental Health Paralegal

London

We are also seeking a proactive and organised Paralegal to join our growing Mental Health department. This role would suit an individual with a strong interest in Mental Health law and a commitment to supporting vulnerable clients.

The successful candidate will assist fee earners with case preparation, obtaining medical records and section papers, liaising with hospitals and tribunals, preparing bundles, file management, and general administrative duties. There will also be opportunities to attend hearings and gain hands-on experience within a specialist legal aid practice.

We have vacancies available in both our London and Bristol offices. Hybrid working arrangements are in place.

Requirements:

• Previous legal experience preferred  
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Full UK driving licence – Desirable

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Please apply with CV to info@abbottsmartin.com

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Mental Health Panel Member and Mental Health Caseworker – Burke Niazi Solicitors

Burke Niazi Solicitors is a highly regarded multi-service law firm. We are a Legal Aid practice based in North London, have around 35 employees and are a Legal 500 recognised firm. We are recruiting for two positions in our busy and supportive Mental Health Department:-

1. Mental Health Panel Member.
2. Mental Health Caseworker (minimum of 12 months experience and working towards accreditation).

This is an excellent opportunity for dedicated practitioners who are passionate about access to justice and representing vulnerable clients.

The Role

You will manage a varied caseload of mental health matters, including advocacy, hospital visits and working closely with clients in secure and community settings.

Candidates who have a mixed practice are welcome to apply as opportunity to undertake other areas of work alongside.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for career development and cross-departmental work

About You

• Accredited Mental Health Law panel member or working towards this
• Experience managing legally aided mental health cases
• Strong client care skills and ability to work with vulnerable individuals
• Organised, proactive and able to work both independently and as part of a team

The positions would suit applicants looking for personal and career growth opportunities; allowing you to build upon your experience within a modern and dynamic practice. Please apply with covering letter and CV to harrietkaiser@burkeniazi.com

Website – www.burkeniazi.com

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Adult Social Care Lawyer

Reference number: SC07598

Location: London

Schedule: Full-time

Salary Range: (Full time equivalent) – £50,175 – £57,495

Contract Type: Permanent

The role

Step into a role where your expertise can help shape the provision of Adult Social Care services.

Southwark Council’s Safeguarding and Community Services Legal Team is now hiring an ambitious Adult Social Care Lawyerto help drive exceptional outcomes for our residents.

By joining us, you will be at the heart of legal decision-making that protects vulnerable adults and supports life-changing outcomes for individuals and their families.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a close-knit, progressive legal team that invests in your development and gives you space to thrive.

Why this role stands out:

• Impact with meaning: Your advice directly influences life-changing decisions for vulnerable adults and their families.
• Grow where you’re valued: Be part of a supportive, forward-thinking legal team that actively invests in your development.
• Do law with edge: Work on complex, high-impact cases at the intersection of local government and evolving legal challenges.

What you’ll be doing

You will provide first-class, cost-effective legal advice to the Adult Social Care team, ensuring decision-making meets the highest standards of good governance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing your own caseload of complex adult social care matters under minimal supervision
• Delivering a high-quality, sustainable legal service in line with statutory and contractual obligations
• Researching legal questions and providing clear, practical advice to clients, and colleagues
• Preparing cases for courts, tribunals, and inquests
• Presenting cases at court, as required and subject to rights of audience
• Drafting pleadings and other legal documents
• Preparing legal concurrents for Council reports
• Assisting clients in responding to queries from Council members, MPs, the Ombudsman, and external partners
• Advising on the impact of new and emerging legislation
• Delivering training to clients and colleagues
• Driving continuous improvement, ensuring the service remains responsive in a changing legal and policy environment

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking a proactive and capable Lawyer with:

• Qualification as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEX, with a current (or eligible) practising certificate
• Conduct of litigation rights (or evidence of having applied for these rights)
• Extensive knowledge and proven experience in adult social care law, including community care, mental health, Court of Protection, NRPF, age assessments, and care leavers
• Experience managing a busy caseload of complex matters and delivering solutions under pressure
• Strong drafting and advocacy skills
• A solid understanding of local government law, governance, human rights, and equalities legislation
• Experience working in a legal service or practice, with confidence using legal research tools and case management systems
• A commitment to continuous professional development
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders
• A collaborative approach and ability to work effectively as part of a team

Additional information

About Southwark Council

Southwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population.

At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest assets and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities.

Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.

Benefits and more information:

https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us

Salary: £50,175 – £57,495 per annum. This post attracts an additional benefits package to the value of £2,724 per annum (pro-rata) for staff which can be used towards benefits or taken as cash.

Recruitment timetable:

• Closing Date: 11th May 2026 at 23:59*

• Interview Date: Week commencing 1st June 2026 (in person at 160 Tooley Street offices).

We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities.

This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together programme.

We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme:

As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you’ll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the criteria below:

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans.
• Are currently in care, or have previously been in care.
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.

*We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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Court of Protection Solicitor (Health & Welfare)

Location: Manchester | Bristol | Harpenden | Aldershot| Dorset

Working Pattern: Flexible (Remote / Hybrid / Office-Based)

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

About Us

Bison Solicitors is a modern, forward-thinking law firm specialising in social welfare law. We are proud to be fully owned by our employees through an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT)—making us one of the only legal aid practices in the UK with this structure.

Our model ensures that every team member has a genuine stake in the success of the firm. After 12 months’ service, employees automatically become beneficiaries of the EOT, sharing in the long-term growth and success of the business.

We are committed to delivering access to justice for vulnerable individuals and maintaining a supportive, collaborative working environment.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Court of Protection Solicitor to join our growing team, with a focus on health and welfare matters.

You will manage a varied and rewarding caseload, representing vulnerable clients and their families in complex and sensitive matters.

Typical responsibilities will include:

•             Managing Court of Protection (welfare) cases from instruction to conclusion

•             Advising clients, litigation friends, and family members

•             Preparing applications, statements, and court documentation

•             Representing clients at hearings and liaising with counsel where appropriate

•             Working with local authorities, medical professionals, and other agencies

•             Ensuring compliance with Legal Aid requirements and funding processes

About You

We are looking for a solicitor who:

•             Is qualified in England & Wales

•             Has experience in Court of Protection welfare work

•             Has strong knowledge of legal aid processes and compliance

•             Is confident managing their own caseload

•             Demonstrates a strong commitment to access to justice and client care

Desirable (but not essential):

•             Experience in public law or community care law

•             Advocacy experience

•             Experience working with vulnerable clients

What We Offer

•             Flexible working – fully remote, hybrid, or office-based

•             A genuinely supportive and collaborative team environment

•             Competitive salary and benefits package

•             The opportunity to work on meaningful, high-impact cases

•             Employee Ownership Trust benefits after 12 months

•             A firm culture where your contribution directly shapes the future

Why Join Bison Solicitors?

Unlike traditional firms, Bison Solicitors is owned by its people. This means:

•             Your work directly contributes to the firm’s success

•             You share in that success over time

•             You are part of a business that values fairness, transparency, and long-term growth

We combine high-quality legal work with a progressive, people-first structure, making this an excellent opportunity for solicitors seeking both professional development and a more meaningful role within their firm.

Apply Now

If you are a dedicated Court of Protection solicitor looking for a flexible, rewarding role in a truly unique firm, we would love to hear from you.  Please email your CV and covering letter to HR@bisonsolicitors.co.uk

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