How much annual leave do you get? This calculator shows leave entitlement for a Legal Adviser based on your sector's terms: days and hours, pro-rata for part-time, plus bank holidays. Use it to check your entitlement or plan time off.

Assumptions and pay data

Pay data: Courts & Judiciary pay. Illustrative; based on judicial salary schedules and court staff pay. Check gov.uk judicial salaries or MOJ for current rates.

  • Leave entitlement is based on your sector's terms (e.g. NHS AfC, NJC, Civil Service). Figures are illustrative; check your contract and employer for exact entitlement.
  • Part-time: we pro-rate by your contracted hours vs full-time hours for your sector.
  • Bank holidays: as per your sector (England & Wales typically 8). Scotland and Northern Ireland may differ.

Annual Leave Calculator

You'll see:

  • Your annual leave entitlement in days and hours
  • Pro-rata for part-time and for partial years
  • Bank holidays and total time off

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Frequently asked questions

About this role

What is a Legal Adviser?

A Legal Adviser (court legal adviser) advises magistrates and the court on law and procedure. They are usually legally qualified (solicitor or barrister) and work for HMCTS or similar. Pay is on the courts pay structure.

Is it a rewarding career?

Legal adviser roles offer variety and influence on court decisions. Pay and progression depend on court and grade. Progression to senior legal adviser or district judge is possible.

What is my annual leave entitlement?

Use the calculator above to see your leave in days and hours, including pro-rata for part-time and bank holidays. Entitlements are based on your sector's terms; check your contract for exact figures.

Disclaimer

This calculator provides illustrative estimates only and is not financial or career advice. Pay rules and allowances can change. Always check your employer or official sources for definitive figures.