Supervising Solicitor - Children DepartmentWatford, Herts. £40.000 - £70,000Job PurposeAs a Supervising Solicitor in our Children Department, you will play a key leadership role within a passionate and forward-thinking legal team dedicated to supporting families and protecting children''s welfare. This is a dynamic and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You will manage a varied caseload of both private and publicly funded children matters, while providing supervision, guidance, and support to junior lawyers and paralegals within the team.This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the strategic development of the department, maintain high standards of legal practice, and ensure compliance with Legal Aid Agency and regulatory requirements. You will work closely with the Department Director and Head to ensure the delivery of excellent client service while fostering a supportive and collaborative team environment.Key ResponsibilitiesClient Work and Case ManagementReporting directly to the Director and Head of DepartmentManaging a complex caseload of Children matters, including private children cases and domestic abuseProviding strategic oversight and guidance on complex mattersUndertaking advocacy where appropriate and representing clients in courtAttending client conferences and hearings, taking detailed instructions, and advising on case strategyDrafting and supervising the preparation of legal documents, including C100s, C1As, witness statements, and pra