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Allen Lane are supporting a shared legal service on their recruitment for a Special Education Needs Lawyer. This post requires a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England and Wales or Chartered Legal Executive.

Essential Knowledge:

* Knowledge of and ability to apply and interpret SEN and education related law.

* Knowledge and experience of SEN court and tribunal procedures.

* Knowledge of local government law, especially in relation to Education Law, Judicial Review, FOI/DPA.

* Experience of conducting case files, drafting pleadings and witness statements.

* Previous advocacy experience and ability to undertake own advocacy

* Ability to conduct legal research, interpret legislation and summarise the key points of case law.

Desirable:

* At least two years post qualification experience preferably gained in a Local Authority setting

* Knowledge and understanding of the legal framework and operation of Local Government