Public Law (Care) Solicitor

Public Law Solicitor Newcastle Upon Tyne Looking to recruit an experienced Public Solicitor must be 2 years PQE-the role is also supporting a newly qualified Public Law Solicitor. This role would be a full time role however gives the opportunity of home working also with a split of 3 days office & 2 days home.  Main Responsibilities:-  Work with the Public Law team to support the day-to-day managerial responsibility for the firm including ensuring compliance with all professional body requirements.  Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Public Law work including Asylum support, homelessness and allocations, NRPF accommodation and care needs, prisoners’ rights, age disputes and other cases involving the Children Act 1989, discrimination/Equality Act 2010, education, unlawful detention, data protection, access to justice, and policy challenges/strategic litigation.  Provide advice, casework, representation and advocacy services to clients directly on public law matters. Excellent working environment & team environment working alongside some extremely talented legal professionals