Legal Adviser Sick Pay Entitlement Calculator
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What sick pay are you entitled to? This calculator shows contractual sick pay for a Legal Adviser by length of service: full pay and half pay periods. Based on your sector's terms; always check your employer's policy.
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.
- Contractual sick pay depends on length of continuous service. We show full pay and half pay periods by service band based on your sector's terms.
- Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) is usually part of (not on top of) occupational pay. After contractual sick pay ends, SSP may apply for up to 28 weeks if eligible.
- Always check your employer's policy, fit-note requirements and any rolling period rules.
Sick Pay Entitlement Calculator
You'll see:
- Contractual sick pay by length of service
- Full pay and half pay periods
- How it compares to Statutory Sick Pay
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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 sick pay am I entitled to?
Contractual sick pay usually depends on length of service. Use the calculator above to see full pay and half pay periods for your sector. Always check your employer's policy and fit-note requirements.
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.