Job Title: Legal Assistant: Litigation and Social CareGrade: 16.71 - (rate dependent on experience)Location: HybridContract: Temporary ongoing (initial 6-month assignment with view to extend)Working Hours: 36 hours per weekJob OverviewPertemps is currently recruiting for a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant. This is a key career-graded role designed to support HB Public Law by carrying out legal work and developing, implementing, and supporting cutting-edge practice management processes.The successful candidate will play a central role in conducting a significant caseload across several legal specialisms. This position offers improved career opportunities and the chance to move between teams to cover a wider range of legal specialisms.Key ResponsibilitiesCaseload Management: Advise on and have conduct of legal files for civil and criminal litigation, children''s and adults social care, and education matters. Maintain a significant caseload in compliance with Lexcel requirements.Legal Support and Research: Provide advice, undertake research, and support lawyers. Provide clear and accurate advice to clients in person, on the telephone, and in writing.Representation and Advocacy: Represent clients in court, tribunals, panels, and external meetings. Undertake advocacy.Governance and Panels: Clerk Education Exclusion Panel meetings. Provide advice to members, officers, and project teams proactively.Systems and Compliance: Provide administrative and systems assistance a