Solicitor (Claims Against Police & Public Authorities)
1 day ago
Finchley
Please send your CV and cover letter to – applications without a cover letter will not be accepted. About GN Law GN Law is an independent law firm with a committed team of solicitors, paralegals and support staff. We represent clients locally in North Finchley, Whetstone and Barnet and more widely across London and the UK. Our specialist areas of law include: ● Court of Protection – safeguarding the rights and interests of vulnerable individuals ● Mental Health – supporting and representing patients detained under the Mental Health Act ● Claims Against Police & Public Authorities – challenging misconduct and abuses of power ● Wills, Trusts & Probate – helping clients plan for their future and the future of their families ● Family – supporting families through divorce, financial matters and children cases About the Role We are seeking a Solicitor (0–2 years’ PQE) to join our dedicated Claims Against Police & Public Authorities (CAPA) team. This is a unique opportunity to work in a specialist area focused on protecting civil liberties and holding public bodies accountable for misconduct and abuses of power. You will act for vulnerable individuals who have been falsely imprisoned, maliciously prosecuted, assaulted, etc often working on cases with a strong human rights focus. We are committed to developing our junior solicitors through close supervision, structured training and case progression from an early stage. Main Responsibilities • Managing your own caseload with support from senior solicitors, • Acting on claims against police and other detaining authorities, • Drafting letters of claim and progressing pre-action correspondence, • Issuing proceedings and progressing cases to trial, • Taking client instructions and maintaining strong client relationships, • Working collaboratively within the team to secure justice and accountability Key Skills and Experience • Experience in actions against public authorities (during training or study acceptable), • Ability to analyse evidence and apply legal principles accurately, • Excellent written communication including drafting legal pleadings and correspondence, • Ability to manage client expectations with empathy and professionalism, • Highly organised with strong time management skills, • Confident using Microsoft Office and case management systems Person Specification Essential • Valid right to work in the UK, • A current practising certificate, • 0–2 years’ PQE in relevant CAPA experience, • Demonstrable interest in civil liberties, human rights and CAPA work Preferable • Other litigation experience, • Previous experience in police actions, detention or human rights cases Employment Terms Responsible to: The Directors Salary: £38,000 – £45,000 (depending on experience and level of qualification) + entry to quarterly bonus scheme Pension: Enrolment into GN Law’s pension scheme Contract: Permanent, subject to 6-month probation Hours: 37.5 hours per week Base: GN Law office, Lodge Lane, North Finchley (hybrid-working available) Annual leave: 25 days (plus public holidays) Maternity/shared parental leave: Enhanced package available Notice period: 3 months following probation Application Process Please send your CV and cover letter to (Applications without a cover letter will not be accepted.) You must demonstrate how you meet all essential criteria. Applicants are encouraged to complete an Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form via our Careers page. This is not used in the selection process. • Two-stage interview process: online then in-office References requested only after a provisional offer is made. Unsuccessful applicants will be informed by email.
