Senior Lawyer

Senior SEN Lawyer (Contract) ??

Location:

Northampton, UK ?? Duration: 3 Months ?? Contract Type:
Full-Time (Contract) ?? Working Pattern:
Remote working with court attendance as required About the Role We are seeking an experienced Senior SEN Lawyer to join a busy legal team on a 3-month contract. This role focuses on providing expert legal advice and representation in Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) matters, with a particular emphasis on Tribunal proceedings and Judicial Reviews. You will act as a senior lead within the team, handling complex cases while supporting and guiding junior colleagues.

Key Responsibilities Advise on and conduct SEND Tribunal proceedings Provide legal advice on law, policy, strategy, and procedure Advise on and manage Judicial Review matters Act as a lead lawyer , offering guidance and supervision to team members Represent the organisation at court hearings when required Ensure high-quality, timely legal outcomes aligned with statutory requirements Essential Requirements Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal Executive in the UK Significant experience in SEN / SEND law Proven experience handling SEND Tribunals Strong knowledge of public law and Judicial Reviews Ability to work autonomously in a remote setting Experience mentoring or supervising legal colleagues Desirable Local authority experience Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Ability to manage a high caseload under pressure