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Mental Health/Public Law Solicitor – Public Law Team

Bindmans is a successful London law firm, with a national client base and reputation for excellence, being at the cutting edge of legal developments and a commitment to social justice

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic solicitor (6+ years PQE) with experience of a wide range of public law work including Mental Health law (including work before the Mental Health Tribunal) and Mental Incapacity law. The applicant should have Mental Health supervisor status, as well as accreditation under the Law Society’s Mental Health scheme. The successful applicant should have a flair for litigation and an ability to lead, manage and support junior solicitors and trainees.

How to Apply:
For further details on how to apply please visit the Careers section of our website www.bindmans.com

Closing date: Friday 26 July 2019

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Lawyers sought for specialist mental health/mental capacity law practice in the South West.

Butler and Co Solicitors is a busy and highly-regarded legal aid practice specialising in mental health and Court of Protection law. Based in Taunton, Somerset, we cover cases throughout England and Wales, with the majority of our work in the South West region.

We are now looking to recruit:

• A solicitor/caseworker for our mental health team with Law Society Mental Health Panel Accreditation

• A solicitor/caseworker for our Court of Protection team

• A solicitor to open and develop a new private client department.

Applications in respect of each position are invited accordingly.

A job description for each position can be supplied upon request. Salary will be competitive and will be determined by experience. Closing date for applications is 12 July 2019.

Applications and requests for job descriptions should be sent by email to mpb@butler-solicitors.co.uk

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We are an established Law Firm specialising in Mental Health Law. Due to our continued expansion, we are seeking to recruit at least two Trainee Solicitors to join our thriving mental health team.

The successful candidates will have experience in Mental Health Law, with a desire and dedication to specialise in the same. Panel membership would be advantageous, but applications will be considered by those working towards the same.

Our offices are based in central London, but we represent clients across the Midlands, East, South, and South East.

Salary dependent on experience but very competitive.

To apply please send a full CV and cover letter to lawana.lawana@aol.com.

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Fish & Co Solicitors Wolverhampton are a small niche Practice established in 1997 specialising in Mental Health Law, Mental Incapacity Law and Family Law.

We are looking to recruit a Solicitor, preferably – but not essentially – an accredited member of the Law Society MHT and/or Children or Family panel, with a genuine interest and wish to develop their career further in these areas of law. (A part-time position of at least 3 days per week may be considered).

We are also looking to recruit a Paralegal with a genuine interest in Mental Health and Family Law with a view to a Training Contract.

A driving licence is required as it will involve attendance at psychiatric hospitals in the West Midlands and surrounding areas.

Please apply with CV and covering letter, setting out current salary and main terms (no applications from agencies will be considered) to Fish & Co Solicitors email: fishcosolicitors@gmail.com

Further details of the firm are available at https://www.fishandcosolicitors.com/

Closing date: 14th June 2019

Interviews: July 2019

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Clifford Johnston and Co have an established Mental Health Department, working in this area for over 35 years.

We require a Mental Health advocate to work from our Manchester office.

The successful candidate must be a member of the Law Society’s Mental Health Accreditation Scheme and have a full driving licence and own transport.

Please send a CV to n.doherty@cj-law.co.uk.  

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Noble Solicitors – Luton

Panel Member required for our established Mental Health Department with contracts in the Midlands/East and London/South East.

Full UK driving licence and own transport essential.

Attractive package for the right candidate.

Please contact us on office.manager@noblesolicitors.co.uk

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An excellent opportunity has arisen for panel accredited fee earners to join our Mental Health Teams in Cardiff, Bristol and Gloucester.

Reeds are a successful and established legal practice that pride themselves on excellence.

We are looking to expand so that we can continue to represent those in most need and provide advice and representation on all aspects of Mental Health Law.

The successful candidate 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 / Hospital Managers etc.

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

A full UK driving licence is essential.

In return, we offer a competitive salary, commensurate with the successful candidates experience and a supportive and enjoyable work environment.

CV and covering email should be sent to: s.griffithsjones@reeds.co.uk

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Mental Health Accredited Panel Member and Part Time Legal Assistant, THB Solicitors

Consultant Mental Health Solicitor/ Accredited Panel Member – London
Due to continued expansion, we have an exciting opportunity for a Solicitor / Accredited Member of the Law Society Mental Health Panel to join our busy Mental Health Team on a consultancy basis.

Consultants will be provided with good admin support, supervision and training (including online training with Data Law to demonstrate continued competence) as well as an attractive consultancy fee package. The firm have a number of existing clients in the London area that would be referred to the Consultant.

The successful candidate will:
– Be an Accredited Member of the Law Society Mental Health Panel
– Have experience in appearing before the Mental Health Tribunal and the Hospital Managers
– Have experience with Judicial Review and appeals to the Upper Tribunal
– Have an existing client base
– Have an understanding and ability to work within the Legal Aid contract

THB have offices situated in Chelmsford, Braintree, Benfleet, Shoeburyness, Ipswich and Norwich. This position will be based remotely and is to cover the London area.

If you would like to find out more or apply to join our friendly well regarded Mental Health Team please send your CV to Lesley Turner, Head of Mental Health Department via email: lturner@thblegal.com.

Part time Mental Health Legal Assistant – Benfleet Essex
We are looking for an ambitious hardworking Legal Assistant to join our busy team on a part-time basis. Full training and support will be provided. The role will entail:
– Typing and general file administration
– Speaking to clients on the telephone
– Completing case management requests
– Liaising with the Mental Health Act Administrators to agree mutually convenient dates for Tribunal and Hospital Mangers Hearings
– Dealing with correspondence
– Reviewing medical records
– Attending clients in hospital and take instructions
– Attending CPA meetings and ward reviews where necessary
– Experience in the mental health field is desirable but not necessary

If you would like to find out more or apply to join our Mental Health Team please send your CV to Lesley Turner, Head of Mental Health Department via email: lturner@thblegal.com.

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Solicitor

Burke Niazi Solicitors is recruiting a Court of Protection (welfare) solicitor with 3 years plus PQE for the North London (N7) office, though the South London (SE6) office would be considered.

The successful candidate will have experience of running their own caseload of welfare matters.

Burke Niazi has a busy and expanding Court of Protection department and is a leading firm in the Legal 500 for welfare matters.

Please apply by way of CV and covering letter to:
harrietkaiser@burkeniazi.com – salary dependent on experience.

Paralegals

Burke Niazi Solicitors is recruiting Mental Health paralegals for the North London (N7) and South London (SE6) offices.

The successful candidate will be given full training and support, and as such experience in Mental Health work is not required.

Please apply by way of CV and covering letter to:
harrietkaiser@burkeniazi.com – salary dependent on experience.

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Abbotstone Law, based in Dulwich, south London is now recruiting for the following vacancies:

· Mental Health consultant solicitors in the south east and south west. All applicants must be members of the Law Society’s Mental Health Accreditation scheme. We operate in a collegiate environment where Consultants will be provided with support, supervision and training to support your career development.

· Mental Capacity solicitors nationally, ideally applicants will have achieved accredited legal representative status, however candidates working towards this will be supported in their training. We are looking to recruit applicants looking for an in-house role or who wish to operate on a consultancy basis.

To apply, please contact Kate Luscombe via e-mail at:
katel@abbotstonelaw.com

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