Senior SEN Lawyer

Recruiter
Allen Lane
Location
Cambridgeshire
Salary
Competitive
Posted
05 Sep 2024
Closes
03 Oct 2024
Job Title
Lawyer
Category
Legal
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

Allen Lane are supporting a shared legal service on their recruitment for a Special Education Needs Lawyer. This post requires a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England and Wales or Chartered Legal Executive.

Essential Knowledge:

  • Knowledge of and ability to apply and interpret SEN and education related law.
  • Knowledge and experience of SEN court and tribunal procedures.
  • Knowledge of local government law, especially in relation to Education Law, Judicial Review, FOI/DPA.
  • Experience of conducting case files, drafting pleadings and witness statements.
  • Previous advocacy experience and ability to undertake own advocacy
  • Ability to conduct legal research, interpret legislation and summarise the key points of case law.

Desirable:

  • At least two years post qualification experience preferably gained in a Local Authority setting
  • Knowledge and understanding of the legal framework and operation of Local Government.

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