Our Client, Reading council are looking for a Childcare Advocate paying 65 an hour We are seeking an experienced Childcare Advocate to work in our dynamic and supportive Advocacy Team within the Joint Legal Team, a centre of excellence recently commended by Lawyers in Local Government. Our team handles a wide range of Family Court hearings, primarily care proceedings and related matters, delivering high-quality advocacy and ensuring continuity of representation for our clients throughout their cases. In this role, you will undertake a variety of hearings, including contested matters, final hearings, and emergency or short-notice hearings. While some hearings will be conducted remotely, you will also be required to attend hearings in Reading, Slough, and occasionally London or other court centres. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent standard of service, so you will be expected to bring both strong advocacy skills and a client-focused approach to your work. Job Purpose...

Probate Lawyer Senior Associate Personal Estate Manager Salary: £40,000 - £62,500 per annum Start Date: Flexible We are open to remote, hybrid and flexible working applications. Our office is in Bristol. About Us At Kings Court Trust, we occupy a unique, privileged position. We are called upon at a sensitive time when families are going through the stages of grief, but there is an acceptance that certain realities need to be addressed. Our Purpose To support families through bereavement with expert guidance and genuine compassion, making a complex process feel manageable and human. What you'll be doing: Manage and progress a case load of mostly taxable estate administration cases. Take ownership of all technical tasks required to progress a case. Manage all client communication and correspondence. Draft interim and final estate accounts. Support the coaching, development and mentoring of junior colleagues. Collaborate across teams to ensure a seamless...

Criminal Solicitor (Legal Aid) - Employed or Consultant Basis Location: Leicester (office-based with some flexibility) About Us Our client is a well-established and growing law firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services. We are currently seeking a dedicated and motivated Criminal Solicitor to join our Leicester team, handling a varied caseload of legally aided criminal matters. The Role This is an excellent opportunity for a Criminal Solicitor looking for flexibility, as the role is available on either an employed or self-employed (consultant) basis. You will manage your own caseload of criminal matters, providing expert advice and representation to clients across a range of offences. Key responsibilities include: Managing a full caseload of criminal defence matters under legal aid Advising and representing clients at police stations and Magistrates' Courts Preparing cases for Crown Court proceedings where necessary Ensuring...

Legal Administrator Salary: £26,000 Start Date: TBC Close date: 31st of March 2026 Location: Central Bristol with hybrid working following completion of probationary period About Us At Kings Court Trust, we occupy a unique, privileged position. We are called upon at a sensitive time when families are going through the stages of grief, but there is an acceptance that certain realities need to be addressed. At Kings Court Trust, we have a goal to be the most successful and respected estate administration business in the UK. Individuals that take a role within our business will strive to reach this goal with us by taking the utmost pride and professionalism in their work and commitment to our business's goals and objectives. Our Purpose To support families through bereavement with expert guidance and genuine compassion, making a complex process feel manageable and human. What You'll Be Doing: Drafting and reviewing estate correspondence. Setting up new...

Paralegal - Commercial Property - MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Paralegal to join a busy and well-established Commercial Property department. This role is ideally suited to someone currently working as a Paralegal, Legal Secretary, or Legal Assistant within a Commercial Property team in a law firm. The successful candidate will have experience in a similar role and a good working knowledge of commercial property support processes. You will play a key role in supporting fee earners by providing high-quality secretarial and administrative assistance to ensure an excellent client service. Key Responsibilities: Opening files and completing client due diligence procedures Preparing correspondence and legal documentation Conducting searches and liaising with the Land Registry Handling telephone calls, liaising with clients and third parties, and dealing with routine enquiries Managing diaries, coordinating meetings,...

Department: Wills, Trusts & Probate - HYBRID Purpose & Objective of the Job: Provide clear, competent, and efficient advice to Private Clients. Supervise, support, and train a team of Paralegals and Legal Assistants. Successfully lead the delivery of team Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Duties, Tasks, and Responsibilities: Technical Competency: Advise clients on: Drafting Wills Asset protection trusts in Wills Letters of Wishes Lasting Powers of Attorney Operational Competency: Supervise and assist in training less experienced Paralegals and Legal Assistants. Develop and utilize systems for workflow and case management to ensure efficient legal service delivery and excellent customer care. Oversee team performance targets and undertake other duties as directed by the Partners and Head of Department (HoD). Maintain exceptional standards of quality and client care: Adhere to all policies and procedures in the Staff Handbook. Identify and...

Commercial Property Solicitor Milton Keynes (Hybrid Working) A well-established and growing regional law firm in Milton Keynes is looking to recruit a Commercial Property Solicitor to join its expanding property team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer to take on a broad, high-quality caseload while benefiting from real autonomy and clear progression prospects within a supportive and ambitious firm. The Role You will advise on a wide range of commercial property matters, including: Sales and acquisitions of commercial property and land Acting on residential transactions for corporate entities Drafting and negotiating leases (grants, renewals, variations and assignments) Option, overage and pre-emption agreements Property finance and refinancing matters Auction transactions Right to Manage and Collective Enfranchisement matters You'll work with a diverse client base and play a key role in delivering practical,...

Criminal Solicitor (Legal Aid) - Employed or Consultant Basis Location: Leicester (office-based with some flexibility) About Us Our client is a well-established and growing law firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services. We are currently seeking a dedicated and motivated Criminal Solicitor to join our Leicester team, handling a varied caseload of legally aided criminal matters. The Role This is an excellent opportunity for a Criminal Solicitor looking for flexibility, as the role is available on either an employed or self-employed (consultant) basis. You will manage your own caseload of criminal matters, providing expert advice and representation to clients across a range of offences. Key responsibilities include: Managing a full caseload of criminal defence matters under legal aid Advising and representing clients at police stations and Magistrates' Courts Preparing cases for Crown Court proceedings where necessary Ensuring...

Department: Wills, Trusts & Probate - HYBRID Purpose & Objective of the Job: Provide clear, competent, and efficient advice to Private Clients. Supervise, support, and train a team of Paralegals and Legal Assistants. Successfully lead the delivery of team Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Duties, Tasks, and Responsibilities: Technical Competency: Advise clients on: Drafting Wills Asset protection trusts in Wills Letters of Wishes Lasting Powers of Attorney Operational Competency: Supervise and assist in training less experienced Paralegals and Legal Assistants. Develop and utilize systems for workflow and case management to ensure efficient legal service delivery and excellent customer care. Oversee team performance targets and undertake other duties as directed by the Partners and Head of Department (HoD). Maintain exceptional standards of quality and client care: Adhere to all policies and procedures in the Staff Handbook. Identify...

Paralegal - Commercial Property - MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Paralegal to join a busy and well-established Commercial Property department. This role is ideally suited to someone currently working as a Paralegal, Legal Secretary, or Legal Assistant within a Commercial Property team in a law firm. The successful candidate will have experience in a similar role and a good working knowledge of commercial property support processes. You will play a key role in supporting fee earners by providing high-quality secretarial and administrative assistance to ensure an excellent client service. Key Responsibilities: Opening files and completing client due diligence procedures Preparing correspondence and legal documentation Conducting searches and liaising with the Land Registry Handling telephone calls, liaising with clients and third parties, and dealing with routine enquiries Managing diaries, coordinating meetings,...