Inquests Advocate

Overview

In this role you will advocate in Coroner’s Court and provide regulatory guidance related to CQC and professional standards. You join a top-tier Health, Care and Public Law team known for strategic, commercial and regulatory advice in the health sector. You will work closely with clients, regulators and courts, contributing to client training and business development. This hybrid, collaborative environment supports career growth and exposure to leading health sector clients and matters.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working
• flexible working
• career development opportunities
• Disability Confident Scheme employer

Responsibilities

• Handle a predominantly inquest-based workload with appropriate supervision
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients, showing experience and knowledge
• Communicate effectively with clients, regulators, courts and other stakeholders
• Support marketing and business development activities within the team
• Develop awareness of the Firm’s other services and build internal/external networks
• Manage confidential information per data security protocols
• Ensure compliance with firm billing/credit control and manage own files financially

Key requirements

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with interest or experience in inquest/health and public law
• Clear interest in inquest work and willingness to develop relevant skills
• Advocacy experience is advantageous
• Excellent relationship and client handling skills
• Highly motivated with a commitment to excellent service
• Commercial mindset with ability to look beyond purely academic legal issues
• Team oriented and willing to share knowledge with colleagues

• strong communication
• relationship management
• client handling
• inquest advocacy
• health and social care regulation
• mental health law

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