Court of Protection Solicitor

Job Description

Court of Protection Solicitor | 3+ PQE | Hybrid Working | Bristol | Competitive Salary DOE

Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required.



This is a rare opportunity to join the Court of Protection team at an exciting period of growth, offering flexibility, autonomy and the chance to play a key role in developing and expanding the service offering.



The Role

You will manage your own Court of Protection caseload, advising vulnerable clients and their families with sensitivity and technical expertise. The role is well suited to a solicitor who enjoys client-facing work, relationship-building and business development, and who is motivated by contributing to the growth of a developing practice.



Key Work

• Deputyship applications (property & affairs and welfare)

• Ongoing deputyship management

• Applications to the Court of Protection

• Advising attorneys and deputies

• Mental Capacity Act advice

• Statutory wills and gifts

• Liaising with families, care providers, local authorities and other professionals



Business Development & Networking

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, referrers and professional contacts

• Attend networking events and business development activities

• Contribute to raising the profile of the Court of Protection offering

• Support the development of processes, best practice and future growth opportunities



The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Solicitor with Court of Protection experience

• Confident managing a caseload independently

• Compassionate, client-focused and detail-oriented

• Commercially aware and proactive

• Comfortable working remotely while remaining visible, engaged and collaborative

• Enthusiastic about business development and networking



Why This Role?

• Exciting opportunity to help shape and grow the Court of Protection practice

• Predominantly remote working model

• One day per week from the Bristol office

• High level of autonomy and responsibility

• Supportive, forward-thinking and flexible firm culture

• Genuine progression and development opportunities







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