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Swain & Co Solicitors are currently seeking a highly talented, motivated and enthusiastic individual to join their Community Care/Court of Protection department based in their Southampton office.

We are a successful and well-established legal practice-based, primarily on the South Coast. We have been practising Community Care and Court of Protection Law for many years and have a large client base across the South Coast.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced fee earner to provide advice and representation in both Community Care and Court of Protection Law.

The successful candidate would ideally have experience in both Community Care and Court of Protection areas of Law. Also, have knowledge in;

• Care Act Assessments
  • Advising on the assessments of social care needs of adults under the Care Act 2014 at home or in care homes
  • Reviewing refusals by local authorities to assess individuals and/or provide care and support
  • Advising on how needs can be met and disputing the level of support/ways in which support is provided
  • Advising on challenging the use of reviews to cut care packages
• Financial Assessments & Charging 
  • Advising on how care can be funded and organised, such as supported living, shared lives schemes or residential care.
  • Issues relating to direct payments and personal budgets
• Continuing Healthcare/ NHS Funded Care 
  • Advising on eligibility for NHS Continuing Healthcare funding
  • Challenging the withdrawal and any changes to NHS CHC
• Court of Protection 
  • The making and registering of LPA’s
  • The deputyship application process
  • S21 DOLS applications & other health and welfare issues

Person Specification:

• 2 years PQE or relevant pre-qualification experience
• Law Society Accreditation or eligibility to join a scheme desirable
• Experience in advocacy work and caseload in both areas of Law
• Demonstrable commitment to teamwork and leadership potential
• Track record of developing a caseload and client care skills
• Positive ‘can-do’ attitude
• The willingness to help others and go that extra mile
• Familiarity with Case Management systems, in particular LEAP.

What we can offer:

• Salary DOE
• Within easy reach of commuting links
• Discounted Parking
• Support with development

Whilst the successful candidate will be based at our Southampton office the firm has an infrastructure in place which will allow some flexibility in working remotely etc.

Swain and Co, now part of the Youngs Group, are expanding due to ongoing success!

Already a successful and well established national legal practice with a reputation for excellence, this firm whose motto is ‘Empowering People to make positive change’ is growing.

The Company provides high quality legal advice and services that covers both private and publicly funded work.

Applications are now being invited from enthusiastic individuals at all levels who want the opportunity to make a positive change in their career and share in the expansion and continued success of this flourishing Company.

About this role: 

We wish to grow our team so that we can continue assisting those most in need and provide advice and representation in all aspects of Mental Health Law.

The successful candidate must be a current member of the Law Society’s Mental Health Accreditation Scheme and will be required to provide advice and representation in all aspects of Mental Health Law including undertaking advocacy and dealing with all types of work in respect of Mental Health Tribunals.

You will be self-motivated, reliable, able to work as part of a team and ambitious.

If you share our values and ambition, and you have an interest in long term development and progression then apply today to join our team.

Be part of our success story working for a firm where you will receive recognition by way of salary and rewards which reflect your skills and experience, where your achievements are celebrated and where there is a genuine commitment to work/life balance - Flexible and remote working options are available for most positions.

Swain and Co, now part of the Youngs Group, are expanding due to ongoing success!

Already a successful and well established national legal practice with a reputation for excellence, this firm whose motto is ‘Empowering People to make positive change’ is growing.

The Company provides high quality legal advice and services that covers both private and publicly funded work.

Applications are now being invited from enthusiastic individuals at all levels who want the opportunity to make a positive change in their career and share in the expansion and continued success of this flourishing Company.

About this role:

We are looking for an experience Conveyancer to undertake an existing caseload and to assist in the expansion and development of the Company’s Conveyancing Services in the South.

Ideally you will have 3+ years PQE with experience gained as a residential property Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or Legal Executive.

The ability to train and supervise other team members is an essential attribute as is a demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS)

If you share our values and ambition, and you have an interest in long term development and progression then apply today to join our team.

Be part of our success story working for a firm where you will receive recognition by way of salary and rewards which reflect your skills and experience, where your achievements are celebrated and where there is a genuine commitment to work/life balance - Flexible and remote working options are available for most positions.

Required to join the Family law and Childcare Department in Southampton due to continued expansion.

The successful candidate will undertake a mix of private and publicly funded clients advising and representing in matters covering divorce and finances (some high net worth), domestic violence proceedings, private law children, child protection, public law and care proceedings.   In addition, the individual will be involved in marketing and the future development of the departments.

The successful candidate will have:

• Proven track record of fee earning and case management
• 3 years + PQE
• Membership of Law Society Panels, or working towards membership
• Experience in developing/training junior team members
• Excellent Advocacy skills
• Positive ‘Can Do’ attitude
• Ability to manage own caseload
• Ability to work within in a team
• The willingness to go that “extra mile”
• Self-motivation, focus and be able to work under pressure
• Proficient use in Microsoft applications
• Ability to work unsupervised

If you share our values and ambition, and you have an interest in long term development and progression then apply today to join our team.

Be part of our success story working for a firm where you will receive recognition by way of salary and rewards which reflect your skills and experience, where your achievements are celebrated and where there is a genuine commitment to work/life balance - Flexible and remote working options are available for most positions.

Swain and Co, now part of the Youngs Group, are expanding due to ongoing success!

Already a successful and well established national legal practice with a reputation for excellence, this firm whose motto is ‘Empowering People to make positive change’ is growing.

The Company provides high quality legal advice and services that covers both private and publicly funded work.

Applications are now being invited from enthusiastic individuals at all levels who want the opportunity to make a positive change in their career and share in the expansion and continued success of this flourishing Company.

About this role:

The successful candidate should be, at least, 4 years PQE and have a good amount of experience in Claimant Clinical Negligence work.  They should be able to demonstrate a track record of commitment to teamwork, leadership potential and have a proven fee income.

The ability to provide advice and representation in all aspects of Clinical Negligence Law with minimal supervision is required as well as a commitment to mentor / train junior members of the team and contribute to marketing and the further development of the department.

If you share our values and ambition, and you have an interest in long term development and progression then apply today to join our team.

Be part of our success story working for a firm where you will receive recognition by way of salary and rewards which reflect your skills and experience, where your achievements are celebrated and where there is a genuine commitment to work/life balance - Flexible and remote working options are available for most positions.

Swain and Co, now part of the Youngs Group, are expanding due to ongoing success!

Already a successful and well established national legal practice with a reputation for excellence, this firm whose motto is ‘Empowering People to make positive change’ is growing.

The Company provides high quality legal advice and services that covers both private and publicly funded work.

Applications are now being invited from enthusiastic individuals at all levels who want the opportunity to make a positive change in their career and share in the expansion and continued success of this flourishing Company.

About this role:

This exciting, and unusual, position covers two departments and the successful candidate will be required to assist in both Medical Negligence and Mental Health matters.

The successful applicant will be trained by the Head of our Mental Health & Clinical Negligence departments as well as receiving training from other senior members of the team.   They will have the opportunity to work on cases which are “niche” and which are unusual, exciting and challenging.

Ultimately, the candidate will be trained to apply for Law Society Accreditation to the Mental Health panel so that they are able to represent clients at first Tier Mental Health Tribunal as well as being supported to obtain accreditation at entry level with the APIL accreditation scheme for Clinical Negligence work.

The successful individual will be educated to degree standard or may already have begun a legal qualification such as CILEX.  The candidate will be self-motivated, reliable, able to work as part of a team and ambitious.

If you share our values and ambition, and you have an interest in long term development and progression then apply today to join our team.

Be part of our success story working for a firm where you will receive recognition by way of salary and rewards which reflect your skills and experience, where your achievements are celebrated and where there is a genuine commitment to work/life balance - Flexible and remote working options are available for most positions.

Swain and Co, now part of the Youngs Group, are expanding due to ongoing success!

Already a successful and well established national legal practice with a reputation for excellence, this firm whose motto is ‘Empowering People to make positive change’ is growing.

The Company provides high quality legal advice and services that covers both private and publicly funded work.

Applications are now being invited from enthusiastic individuals at all levels who want the opportunity to make a positive change in their career and share in the expansion and continued success of this flourishing Company.

About this role: 

This role requires a Paralegal who has had exposure to residential conveyancing and who can provide support to an experienced Conveyancer and assist, where necessary, on the processing of conveyancing matters from inception to completion of a matter.   A working knowledge of the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS) would be beneficial.

Ideally you will have 3+ years PQE with experience gained as a residential property Solicitor, Licensed Conveyancer or Legal Executive.

The ability to be able to train and supervise other team members is an essential attribute.

If you share our values and ambition, and you have an interest in long term development and progression then apply today to join our team.

Be part of our success story working for a firm where you will receive recognition by way of salary and rewards which reflect your skills and experience, where your achievements are celebrated and where there is a genuine commitment to work/life balance - Flexible and remote working options are available for most positions.