Locum Childcare Lawyer
Predominately remote working / Cumbria
£55 - £60 per hour Umbrella
12-Week Assignment
Start: ASAP in November 2026
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Children's Lawyer to join a local authority legal team on a locum basis.
This role offers the opportunity to work alongside the Lead Lawyer and wider Children's Legal Team, handling a varied and interesting caseload of public law children's matters. The assignment is expected to run for an initial 12-week period and offers a high degree of remote working flexibility.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a caseload of matters currently before the courts, advising client departments and progressing cases across the full spectrum of public law children's work.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing a caseload of public law children's matters
- Advising client departments on children's services issues
- Conducting and progressing court proceedings
- Preparing applications, evidence and court documentation
- Providing legal advice to officers and stakeholders
- Attending hearings and representing the local authority where required
- Working collaboratively with the Lead Lawyer and wider legal team
- Supporting the progression of cases through to resolution
The successful candidate will be:
- A qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive
- Experienced in children's public law matters
- Confident managing their own caseload with minimal supervision
- Experienced in court advocacy and contested proceedings
- Able to provide practical, solution-focused advice
- Comfortable working within a local authority legal environment
Whilst the role can predominantly be undertaken remotely, occasional attendance may be required for hearings, particularly in the Barrow area. Candidates with previous local government experience will be highly advantageous.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Children's Lawyer seeking a flexible locum assignment with a busy and supportive legal team.
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
