Mental Health Solicitor

With the ensuing debate regarding the suggested reforms to Mental Health Law, be somewhere prepared to handle anything that might follow. This firm are looking for a Mental Health Accredited Solicitor to join their highly regarded team. In a field this specialised work with the best.

The Firm

The firm is at the forefront of representing the interests of incapacitated vulnerable adults, young people and those with mental health issues, as well as unaccompanied asylum-seeking minors. They are ranked highly in the Legal 500 and are known for their heavyweight civil justice expertise. Culturally, they are dynamic, forward-thinking and progressive and house an excellent calibre of Lawyer.

The Role

The role will be an interesting role where you will deal with a varied caseload where you will deal with a broad caseload of Mental Health work. You will represent patients at the Tribunal in both civil and forensic cases under the Mental Health Act. You will also deal with; Aftercare provisions, Hospital reviews, Consent to treatment, Community treatment orders, Guardianship, Human rights act issues and Judicial review. The firm has a strong name within Mental Health

The Requirements

• You will be a Mental Health Solicitor with at least one years PQE
• If you are on the Mental Health Panel this will be to advantage, if you are not the firm will support you in obtaining this accreditation
• You should have good technical knowledge and have an eye for detail
• This role comes with excellent prospects for progression
• Salary is negotiable depending on your level of experience, plus an excellent benefits package

If this role could be of interest then contact James on 0121-296-6643