Lawyer Senior Paralegal

Posted 27 January 2026
Salary 50
LocationNorthampton NN1 United Kingdom
Job type Contract
Sector Legal / Security / Law
ReferenceRQ1681972

Job description

2-Month Contract with a Local Authority

Summary
  • This role involves providing high-quality legal advice, representation, and support to the Council, specifically within the Adult Social Care (ASC) area. The position requires managing a complex caseload related to Adult Social Care, ensuring compliance with statutory duties, legislation, and best practices. The successful candidate will contribute to a customer-focused, collaborative, and professional legal service that supports the Council’s strategic and operational objectives.
Responsibilities
  • Manage and progress a caseload of Adult Social Care matters.
  • Provide specialist legal advice on key legislation, including:
    • Care Act 2014
    • Mental Capacity Act 2005
    • Mental Health Act 1983
    • Health and Social Care Act 2008
  • Advise on areas such as:
    • Ordinary Residence
    • Safeguarding
    • Provider failure
    • Section 117 aftercare
  • Prepare and submit applications to the Court of Protection and High Court, including:
    • Deputyship applications
    • Welfare and best interest matters
    • Deprivation of Liberty (DoL)
    • Section 21A challenges
    • Judicial Review
    • Inherent jurisdiction matters
  • Attend court hearings, negotiate on behalf of the Council, and conduct advocacy where appropriate.
Essential Experience Required
  • Proven post-qualification experience delivering legal advice and representation in complex areas of law.
  • Experience handling a broad caseload within Adult Social Care or a closely related area.
  • Experience conducting legal research and providing clear, confident advice.
Essential Qualifications Required
  • Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England and Wales, or
  • Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives, or
  • Equivalent level of legal qualification/experience.
Additional Information
  • Working hours: 37 hours per week
  • Bi-weekly payments
  • Basic DBS required for the role
The role closes soon, apply ASAP.