Clear IT Recruitment Ltd
Solicitor - Special Educational Needs
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An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Special Educational Needs Solicitor to join my client's team in their Reading, Berkshire offices on a hybrid basis.
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Role & Responsibilities
- Reporting to the Special Educational Needs Partner, you will manage your own caseload of SEN matters while also supporting the wider team on more complex cases.
- The role involves working closely with families, schools, local authorities, experts, and Tribunals to provide high-quality legal advice and representation across a broad range of Special Educational Needs matters.
- Manage a caseload of Special Educational Needs matters including SEND Tribunal appeals.
- Deal with new enquiries and provide initial legal guidance to prospective clients.
- Advise clients on Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), appeals, and related SEN issues.
- Draft Grounds of Appeal, witness statements, and other legal documentation.
- Prepare appeal bundles and supporting evidence for Tribunal proceedings.
- Proof EHCPs and prepare Working Documents.
- Liaise with clients, local authorities, schools, experts, and the SEND Tribunal.
- Instruct and liaise with experts, including arranging assessments and managing expert evidence.
- Request and review SAR records from schools and local authorities.
- Draft correspondence to clients, schools, local authorities, and experts.
- Prepare schedules of documents for appeals and expert review.
- Manage client finances, costs budgets, and expert fees.
- Assist with marketing initiatives and events to help promote Boyes Turner as a brand.
- Write articles and legal updates for the company website.
- Support and mentor junior team members where appropriate.
- Undertake legal research as required.
- Ensure all work is maintained at a high level of quality to promote the reputation of the firm.
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Skills, Attributes & Experience
- Qualified Solicitor with experience in Special Educational Needs law.
- Experience managing SEN matters including SEND Tribunal appeals.
- Strong drafting and advocacy preparation skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong client care and relationship management skills.
- Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong IT skills with good knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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