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Job Title


Adult Social Care Solicitor (Locum)


Company : Lynx Employment Services Ltd


Location : Leeds, England


Created : 2026-03-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Start date: 16 February 2026End date: Friday 31 July 2026Rate: £65 per hourContract: LocumLocation: Fully remote / Working from homeThe RoleWe are seeking an experienced Adult Social Care Solicitor to support the WMDC Adults Legal Team on a locum basis. This is a fully remote role, ideal for an experienced local authority lawyer comfortable managing their own caseload.Key ResponsibilitiesAdvising on all aspects of adult social care lawHandling matters including Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), and Court of Protection workProviding timely, pragmatic legal advice to adult social care teamsManaging cases independently and meeting statutory deadlinesRequirementsQualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal Executive (CILEx)Proven experience in adult social care law within a local authority settingStrong knowledge of Care Act, MCA, DoLS, and COP proceedingsAbility to work autonomously in a remote environmentWhy ApplyCompetitive hourly rate (£65 per hour)Long-term locum assignmentFully remote workingSupportive and established adults legal teamTo apply or request further details, please get in touch.JBRP1_UKTJ