Court of Protection Solicitor
Job Details
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Court of Protection Solicitor with 1-5 years' PQE to join a highly regarded and specialist team at a respected London law firm. The role offers exposure to high-profile health and welfare cases, excellent supervision and mentoring, and genuine long-term career prospects within a collaborative and well-respected department.
The Firm:This award-winning London firm is nationally recognised for its work in public law and Court of Protection matters. The firm is known for its client-focused approach, strong values, and commitment to access to justice. It provides legal services of the highest calibre while fostering an inclusive and supportive culture where lawyers can develop and thrive. The Court of Protection team is regarded as one of the leading practices in the country for health and welfare matters. The work is varied, meaningful, and often ground-breaking, involving issues such as capacity, residence, care, contact, and medical treatment under the Mental Capacity Act. The Role:
You will manage or assist on a busy and fascinating caseload of health and welfare Court of Protection work, including:
- Section 16 and 21A applications
- Best interests decisions (including medical treatment and residence)
- Deprivation of Liberty (DoLS) cases
- Advocacy in the Court of Protection
- Advising and representing family members, litigation friends, and the Official Solicitor
You will work closely with senior practitioners on complex and sensitive matters, with the opportunity to develop a specialist profile in this area. The team is collegiate and experienced, with a strong track record of promoting from within.
Requirements:- A qualified solicitor with 1-5 years' PQE, ideally in Court of Protection (welfare) or public law
- A genuine interest in mental capacity law and representing vulnerable individuals
- Excellent legal research, drafting and advocacy skills
- Empathy, resilience and a strong commitment to access to justice
- A collaborative and proactive approach, with the ability to manage your own files with supervision
What's on Offer:
- A competitive salary and benefits package
- Access to cutting-edge and often high-profile Court of Protection work
- A supportive and expert team environment
- Opportunities for career progression and profile-building
- Flexible working arrangements and a focus on wellbeing
This is an excellent opportunity for a junior to mid-level solicitor looking to specialise or deepen their expertise in welfare-based Court of Protection work at one of the leading firms in the field. If you're looking to build a meaningful career in this area, we'd love to hear from you.
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