New! Public Law and Human Rights Solicitor

Public Law and Human Rights Solicitor

Swansea | Hybrid Working | Legal Aid

An award winning South Wales law firm is looking to recruit a Public Law and Human Rights Solicitor to join its growing team in Swansea.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a firm that combines the resources and expertise of a leading regional practice with a genuine commitment to supporting the communities it serves. With a long standing reputation for delivering Legal Aid services and providing access to justice, the firm continues to invest in its people, its offices and the services it offers across South Wales.

The Swansea office plays an important role in the firm’s continued growth, bringing high quality legal services closer to local individuals, families and businesses. You will join a collaborative team where client care, professional development and shared success are at the heart of the firm’s culture.

The Role

• Manage your own caseload of public law, human rights and judicial review matters.

• Advise and represent clients in legally aided cases involving public authorities.

• Assist with inquest work, including Article 2 inquests where appropriate.

• Prepare cases, draft applications and attend hearings.

• Work alongside colleagues across Legal Aid and private client teams to deliver a seamless service for clients.

• Develop relationships with local organisations, charities and referral partners across Swansea and the wider South Wales community.

• Play an active role in promoting the department and supporting its continued growth.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with experience in public law, human rights and or inquests.

• Experience of managing legally aided matters is essential.

• Legal Aid Supervisor status.

• Confident managing your own caseload with minimal supervision.

• Passionate about access to justice and achieving positive outcomes for vulnerable clients.

• Excellent communication, advocacy and client care skills.

• A collaborative approach with a desire to contribute to a positive and supportive working environment.

Why Join?

You will be joining a modern and progressive law firm that values its people as much as its clients. The firm promotes an open and inclusive culture where ideas are encouraged, achievements are recognised and career development is actively supported.

Alongside high quality public law work, you will have the opportunity to become part of a team that is genuinely embedded within the local community, delivering accessible legal services and building long term relationships across Swansea and South Wales.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor looking to develop their career within a growing practice that is committed to making a meaningful difference to the lives of its clients.

For a confidential discussion, contact Karen at TSR Legal on [phone removed] or [email removed] in complete confidence.