Summary: The role of Adult Social Care Lawyer involves joining a small local authority in the Midlands on a locum basis, focusing on a mixed caseload of Adult Social Care matters. The position is remote and offers flexibility in working hours, with an initial contract of three months and potential for extension. The successful candidate will manage various legal issues related to adult social care, providing an opportunity to develop expertise in this field.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a mixed caseload of Adult Social Care matters
• Handle cases related to Court of Protection (COP)
• Address Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLS)
• Resolve issues of Ordinary Residence
• Conduct Judicial Reviews
• Apply the Mental Capacity Act and Mental Health Act

Key Skills:

• Experience in Adult Social Care law
• Knowledge of Court of Protection procedures
• Understanding of Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
• Familiarity with Judicial Review processes
• Expertise in Mental Capacity Act and Mental Health Act
• Ability to manage a varied caseload

Salary (Rate): £60

City: undetermined

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Legal