Locum Adults Litigation Solicitor

Job Description Job Title: Adults Litigation SolicitorLocation: Dorchester (Hybrid Working)Salary: 6570 per hour (DOE)Type: Temporary (6 months, starting May)About MynMyn is an AI-driven marketplace that connects candidates, clients, and recruiters. We collaborate with leading employers to offer exclusive, carefully matched permanent opportunities. Our Recruitment Partners bring deep industry expertise and work with a select group of niche clients to deliver an exceptional candidate experience.The OpportunityAn opportunity has arisen for an experienced Adults Litigation Solicitor to join a Local Authority Legal Services team on a 6-month basis. You will handle a complex caseload of adult social care matters while supporting the wider team.Key responsibilities include:Manage a busy caseload of adult social care litigation mattersHandle Court of Protection work, including Section 21A and welfare applicationsProvide legal advice on the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and Section 117 Mental Health ActDraft legal documents and undertake advocacy where requiredAdvise internal stakeholders across the organisationLiaise with external counsel and relevant bodiesSupport team management and contribute to service deliveryDeliver updates or training on relevant legal developmentsEssential RequirementsQualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal ExecutiveStrong experience in Adult Social Care lawExperience handling Court of Protection mattersProven litigation experience (ideally within a local authority)Ability to manage a complex caseload independentlyStrong advocacy, drafting, and communication skillsSome supervisory or management experiencePreferred Skills & ExperiencePrevious local government experienceUnderstanding of local authority processes and governanceWhat We OfferCompetitive pay based on experience and qualificationsHybrid working arrangementsSupportive, flexible working environmentOpportunities for professional development and career progressionExposure to complex, high-impact public sector legal workWhy Join Through Myn?With Myn, you gain a trusted partner dedicated to helping experienced legal professionals excel in their careersconnecting you with forward-thinking employers and meaningful, high-impact opportunities.

Created: 2026-04-05