Solicitor

East Sussex County Council

Solicitor providing high-quality legal support on Adult Social Care matters. Conducting case work in relation to Court of Protection and mental capacity law.

Posted 6/8/2026full-timeLewes • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £47,006 - £50,875 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide high-quality legal support on Adult Social Care matters
Conduct case work in relation to Court of Protection and mental capacity
Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders for effective legal advice

Requirements

What you’ll need

Knowledge and experience of ASC/mental capacity law and practice
Ability to provide prompt and accurate legal advice
Clarity in both written and oral communications
Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of personnel/organisations
Ability to work within a team and when necessary independently

Benefits

Comp & perks

Diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment
Unique experience that provides meaningful and purposeful work in a supportive environment
Professional achievement and satisfaction

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Hard Skills & Tools

legal supportcase workCourt of Protectionmental capacity lawlegal advice

Soft Skills

communicationteamworkindependenceclarityinterpersonal skills