Job Advert: Bindmans LLP

Role: Caseworker/Solicitor
Mental Health

Start date: January 2024
Salary: Dependent on PQE

We are an award-winning multidisciplinary law firm with an exceptional track record offering a wide range of specialist legal services to our clients, from medium-sized businesses and NGOs to public figures and private individuals. Ranked as a top-tier firm by the legal directories, some of the most brilliant lawyers in the country work at Bindmans

We are looking for a mental health caseworker or solicitor to join our Mental Health Tribunal team. Ideally, you will be located at our office in London, but there is flexibility in terms of hybrid working. 

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic caseworker or solicitor with experience of representing clients at Mental Health Tribunal and Hospital Managers hearings. 

The applicant should have Mental Health supervisor status for the purpose of the firm’s funding contract with the Legal Aid Agency for Controlled Legal Representation, as well as accreditation under the Law Society’s mental health panel scheme.  

The successful applicant should have a flair for litigation, an ability to lead, manage, and support junior solicitors and trainees, and an interest in working with individuals as well as organisations. 

Equal Opportunities and Diversity

Bindmans LLP is an equal opportunities employer, committed to increasing diversity in our firm and our wider profession. Applications from candidates who are BME, have a disability, or who are from a less privileged background are particularly encouraged. 

How to apply

Please visit this page of our website to apply: https://www.bindmans.com/jobs/mental-health-caseworker-solicitor-public-law-and-human-rights/

Please note that CVs will not be accepted for this role.

Closing Date for applications: Midday on Friday 1 December 2023

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