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Senior Lawyer- Court of ProtectioninCardiff / St AsaphinCardiff / St AsaphPUBLISHED FRI 1 NOV 2024

Band 8b: £63,150 to £73,379 a year per annum  PERMANENT 
EMPATHYEND OF LIFEMENTAL HEALTHNHS

NHS Wales Shared Services PartnershipFollow NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership

Opportunity to work on complex and high-profile cases in the field of Court of Protection, impacting significant legal and ethical issues.
Ability to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals by providing legal support in critical situations involving mental capacity and health.
Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams within the NHS, enhancing teamwork skills and allowing for comprehensive legal insights across healthcare sectors.
Recognition and awards for the work of Legal & Risk Services, which reflects the commitment to excellence and impactful legal advisory within the NHS.
Opportunities for professional growth through line management and development of junior lawyers and paralegals, fostering a supportive and educational environment.
The position offers a role in developing the team's strategic direction and client relationships, contributing to the advancement of legal practices in healthcare.
Chance to work in a culturally rich environment in Cardiff/St Asaph, with the added benefit of being part of an organization that values listening, learning, and innovation.
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership is seeking a Senior Lawyer for its Complex Patient Team, focusing on Court of Protection work in Cardiff/St Asaph. The role requires extensive experience with the Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards, Mental Health Act, and related areas, with responsibilities including case preparation, client liaison, advocacy in court, and advice provision. The successful candidate will also supervise and develop junior legal staff, fostering strong client relationships and contributing strategically to the team's growth.

Candidates should possess strong communication skills, empathy, and a commitment to the partnership's core values. Proficiency in Welsh is desirable but not mandatory, as the team engages in high-profile cases impacting various aspects of patient care and decision-making within the NHS.
Opportunity to work on complex and high-profile cases in the field of Court of Protection, impacting significant legal and ethical issues.
Ability to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals by providing legal support in critical situations involving mental capacity and health.
Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams within the NHS, enhancing teamwork skills and allowing for comprehensive legal insights across healthcare sectors.
Recognition and awards for the work of Legal & Risk Services, which reflects the commitment to excellence and impactful legal advisory within the NHS.
Opportunities for professional growth through line management and development of junior lawyers and paralegals, fostering a supportive and educational environment.
The position offers a role in developing the team's strategic direction and client relationships, contributing to the advancement of legal practices in healthcare.
Chance to work in a culturally rich environment in Cardiff/St Asaph, with the added benefit of being part of an organization that values listening, learning, and innovation.

Here are 5 questions you could be asked if you apply for this job: Start practice interview...
1. Can you tell us about your legal experience and how it relates to the Court of Protection and the Mental Capacity Act?
2. What specific cases have you handled that involved Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards, and what challenges did you encounter?
3. Can you describe your experience with mental health law, particularly in relation to the Mental Health Act?
4. How do you ensure you are up-to-date with changes in legislation and legal precedents that affect your practice?
5. Describe a situation where you had to make a difficult decision regarding a client's capacity. What factors did you consider in your decision-making process?
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1. Can you tell us about your legal experience and how it relates to the Court of Protection and the Mental Capacity Act?
2. What specific cases have you handled that involved Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards, and what challenges did you encounter?
3. Can you describe your experience with mental health law, particularly in relation to the Mental Health Act?
4. How do you ensure you are up-to-date with changes in legislation and legal precedents that affect your practice?
5. Describe a situation where you had to make a difficult decision regarding a client's capacity. What factors did you consider in your decision-making process?
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