Job Description
Job Description We are seeking a senior Children Panel Solicitor, to join our collaborative team and demonstrate their expertise in managing sensitive and complex cases, while mentoring their supervisees. Job Title: Children Panel Solicitor Pay: £70,000 per annum + Bonus Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Location: Hybrid; On-site in Reading - 2 days per week The Role We are looking for a Children Panel Solicitor to join our growing Family Law team, providing expert legal representation in complex care proceedings while delivering exceptional support to vulnerable children and families. This senior role combines hands-on case management with mentoring junior team members, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a collaborative, client-focused firm. Responsibilities Provide high-quality client care to vulnerable individuals and families, specifi-cally in children matters. This could include represent parents, grandparents, and relatives in care or supervision proceedings. Prepare legal documents: court applications, witness statements, bundles, and briefs for counsel. Efficiently manage files using our case management system, Leap. Advise clients in relation to their legal issues and progress cases with courts and other relevant professionals. Navigate legal aid applications via CCMS and ensure compliance. Meet or exceed monthly billing targets and contribute to the firm s financial ob-jectives. Prior experience of managing a team of paralegals and admin ..... full job details .....