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Opus People Solutions on behalf of West Northamptonshire Council are looking for a Senior Lawyer within Adult Social Care for an initial 3-month contract.

The successful candidate will undertake the following main responsibilities:

Undertake a caseload of Adult Social Care matters.
Provide detailed and accurate advice on the Council's responsibilities under the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Health and Social Care Act 2008 and Mental Health Act 1983
Provide legal advice and support across a broad range of areas including Ordinary Residence, safeguarding, provider failure S117 aftercare
Submit applications to the Court of Protection and high Court e.g. COP applications for Deputyship, welfare and best interests, DOL, S21a challenges, JR and inherent jurisdiction
Attend court, negotiate and conduct your own advocacy.Key skills

Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England and Wales or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives or a demonstrable level of relevant equivalent experience.
Knowledge of the legislation governing Local Government
Knowledge of the legislation governing the service specific areas of the designated legal team.

For further information, please apply now