Child Care Solicitor (Panel Member) | Rothera Bray Solicitors

Nottingham Source: WhatJobs

£55,000–£75,000

Our established Child Care Team provides a full range of specialist services including:

Care proceedings, supervision orders and other public law children matters
Special Guardianship Orders
Private law children orders including Child Arrangements Orders, Prohibited Steps Orders and Specific Issue Orders.

As a Child Care Solicitor and Panel Member, you will manage a varied caseload of complex childcare matters, providing expert legal advice and representation, including advocacy in court.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise in Child Care Law and a commitment to exceptional client care. You will ideally have:

Minimum 5 years PQE as a qualified Solicitor
Law Society Children Law Accreditation (essential)
Proven experience in public law childcare proceedings including instructions from Children’s Guardians
Strong advocacy experience in family court
Experience dealing with Legal Aid cases
Ability to manage a busy caseload under pressure and meet strict deadlines
A commercial approach to fee earning and billing
Experience supporting and mentoring junior team members
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Skills, experience and attributes

Strong client care and relationship-building skills
Calm, professional approach under pressure
High level of organisation and attention to detail
Practical, solutions-focused mindset
Commitment to continuous professional development

About us

Rothera Bray is a well-established and highly regarded law firm delivering expert legal services across the East Midlands. We are known for our commitment to professionalism, integrity, and outstanding client care, alongside a supportive and collaborative working culture.

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Child Care Solicitor (Panel Member) to join our expanding Family Law team. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven practitioner who is passionate about safeguarding children and delivering high-quality representation in complex public law proceedings.