Adult Care Lawyer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
London
TYPE
Contract
LEVEL
Associate
CATEGORY
Legal
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Adult Social Care matters Court of Protection applications Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Ordinary residence disputes Safeguarding community care advice local authority setting

FULL DESCRIPTION

Adult Care Lawyer

We are currently working with a [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] seeking an experienced [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] to join their team on an initial contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], with flexibility around working arrangements and a supportive, well-established legal team.

The Role

  • Manage a caseload of Adult Social Care matters, including: Court of Protection applications, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), Ordinary residence disputes, Safeguarding and community care advice
  • Provide clear and practical legal advice to social care teams and senior stakeholders
  • Draft legal documents and represent the authority where required
  • Support the wider legal team on complex or sensitive matters

About You

  • Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX Lawyer
  • Strong experience within Adult Social Care law, ideally within a [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
  • Confident managing a full caseload independently
  • Ability to build effective working relationships remotely

What’s on Offer

  • Fully remote working
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Competitive day rate
  • Initial 6 month contract with strong likelihood of extension
  • Any ability to attend the office when required (even occasionally) would be highly advantageous

If you’re an experienced Adult Social Care Lawyer looking for a flexible, fully remote locum opportunity within a [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] authority, we’d be keen to speak with you.

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