Saunders Law (London) – Human Rights solicitor

Saunders Law is seeking a solicitor to join our Human Rights Department. The Human Rights Department works on a range of cases including claims against the police and public authorities, Article 2 inquests into deaths in custody, public law challenges including failures to prosecute rape and domestic violence, and representing two key groups of clients in the Covid-19 Public Inquiry.

The role consists of all aspect of case preparation including corresponding with clients, obtaining and analysing records, interviewing witnesses, drafting witness statements, drafting instructions to counsel and experts, considering expert reports, attending conferences and court.

The ideal candidate should have experience specialising in at least one of these areas of law, excellent attention to detail and tactical awareness, be accustomed to dealing sensitively with vulnerable individuals, and be able to demonstrate a commitment to challenging state authorities and upholding human rights. All levels of PQE will be considered.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly, busy, and expanding department, working on often high-profile and challenging cases. You would be joining a close-knit and collaborative team with a strong knowledge-sharing culture, and work on important and often ground-breaking cases. You would have the opportunity to spend some time working remotely.

About Saunders Law
Saunders Law offers specialist help to members of the public who seek accountability from the state and its officers. We handle complex, serious and high-profile cases against state agencies including the police, prison and immigration authorities. Our particular areas of expertise include Police Misconduct, Prisoners’ Rights, Immigration Detention, Article 2 Inquests, Victims’ Rights to Review for failures to prosecute. Privacy and Data Protection, and Public Inquiries.

We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to increasing diversity in our firm and the wider profession. We aim to have a workforce that is representative of the clients we serve. We are ranked in Chambers & Partners and the Legal 500 in the practice areas of Civil Liberties and Human Rights, Police Law (Mainly Claimant), and Public and Administrative Law. We offer a competitive salary dependent upon experience, excellent prospects, training and support.

Indicative pay: NQ £38,500

To apply
Please send your CV and a covering letter including details of your availability and any notice period to recruitment@saunders.co.uk by 5pm on Friday 26 July 2024. Please note that we may select candidates for interview in advance of this closing date, so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.