Lawyer – Adult Social Care

Lake Champlain Chamber

. Join Lancashire County Council’s growing legal team as an Adult Social Care lawyer .

Posted 10/20/2026full-timePreston • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £47,665 - £53,051 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Adult Social Care law, including the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Mental Health Act 1983. Proven ability to advise on Court of Protection matters and effectively communicate with local authorities and health professionals in a fast-paced environment.

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Adult Social Care Law ExperienceCourt Of Protection WorkCare Act 2014 KnowledgeMental Health Act 1983 ExpertiseEffective Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Adult Social Care LawCourt Of ProtectionCare Act 2014Mental Capacity Act 2005Mental Health Act 1983Funding DisputesOrdinary Residence Knowledge

Soft Skills

Strong Work EthicProfessional AttitudeAbility To Work Under PressureLimited Supervision

Certifications & Qualifications

SolicitorCalled To The BarChartered Legal Executive

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Local AuthorityHealth ProfessionalsCounselEmployment Legislation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Join Lancashire County Council’s growing legal team as an Adult Social Care lawyer
Advise internal clients on all aspects of Adult Social Care
Undertake Court of Protection work
Advise on ordinary residence and responsibilities under the Care Act 2014
Handle funding disputes and Mental Health Act 1983 queries
Correspond and communicate with other local authorities, health professionals and counsel
Work in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision and under pressure
Initially join Lancashire County Council, with planned employment transfer to one of four new unitary councils from April 2028, subject to reorganisation and employment legislation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in adult social care law, either on behalf of local authorities or in private practice
Ability to advise on the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Mental Health Act 1983
Focused experience in Court of Protection work
Knowledge of ordinary residence, Care Act responsibilities, funding disputes and Mental Health Act 1983 queries
Ability to correspond and communicate effectively with local authorities, health professionals and counsel
Strong work ethic and professional attitude
Ability to work under pressure and with limited supervision
Desire to work in local authority
Must be admitted as a Solicitor, called to the Bar, or be a Chartered Legal Executive
Supporting statement evidencing how the applicant meets the role criteria
Sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
26 days annual leave, increasing with length of service
8 Bank Holidays
2 additional statutory Bank Holidays
Option to buy additional leave each year
Staff discount scheme through Vivup with discounts at UK retailers
Personal and professional qualifications
Coaching and mentoring
Development and career opportunities