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Inquests Solicitor
Job in
Birmingham, West Midlands, B1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-28
Listing for:
William James Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-28
Job specializations:
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Law/Legal
Lawyer, Legal Counsel, Financial Law
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Salary up to £75,000 depending on experience
- 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Salary up to £75,000 depending on experience
- 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Birmingham
- Up to £75,000 -
A well-established UK law firm is looking to recruit an Inquests Solicitor to join its specialist healthcare team in Birmingham.
This is an excellent opportunity for an Inquests Solicitor with 1+ years' PQE to work on a varied caseload of inquest and Court of Protection matters for clients across the healthcare and public sectors.
The role offers exposure to complex and sensitive cases, opportunities to develop advocacy skills and the chance to broaden your experience across healthcare and social care law. You will join a collaborative team with a strong focus on client service, professional development and career progression.
The Role:
- Manage a caseload of inquest and Court of Protection matters with appropriate supervision
- Act primarily for healthcare and public sector clients, with opportunities to work with organisations across the wider health and social care sector
- Undertake advocacy at inquests and other hearings where appropriate
- Assist with Court of Protection matters, including health and welfare cases
- Provide support on wider healthcare and social care matters, including mental health, safeguarding, capacity and welfare issues
- Draft legal advice, correspondence, statements and other case documentation
- Attend client meetings and conferences and assist with preparation for hearings
- Delegate and supervise work undertaken by junior colleagues where appropriate
- Contribute to client training, seminars and business development activities
- Build and maintain strong client relationships
- Ensure matters are managed effectively and in line with agreed deadlines and client requirements
- A Qualified Solicitor with 1+ years' PQE
- Previous experience in inquests and/or Court of Protection work
- Advocacy and case management experience
- Experience with in healthcare, social care or public sector law would be advantageous
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Commercially aware with a strong client-focused approach
- Confident using legal technology and case management systems
- A proactive approach to developing your legal expertise and career
- Salary up to £75,000 depending on experience
- 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Private medical insurance
- Employer pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Enhanced sick and family leave
- Dental and travel insurance options
- Cycle to work and gym membership schemes
- Travel loan options
- Training, development and career progression
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