Court of Protection Solicitor

Location: Hybrid Working | North West
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and compassionate Court of Protection Solicitor to join a specialist Private Client team, managing property and affairs deputyships for vulnerable individuals who lack capacity to manage their own financial affairs.
This role offers the opportunity to work closely with clients, families, care professionals and financial advisers, ensuring clients' interests are protected and their affairs are managed with diligence, empathy and professionalism.
The successful candidate will manage a varied and rewarding caseload while contributing to the continued growth and success of a highly regarded Court of Protection practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Property and Affairs Deputyship matters from instruction through to conclusion.
• Act as Deputy or support Deputy appointments for vulnerable clients.
• Prepare and submit applications to the Court of Protection.
• Ensure compliance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Office of the Public Guardian requirements.
• Manage clients' financial affairs, including budgets, investments, property matters and ongoing expenditure.
• Prepare annual deputyship reports and financial accounts.
• Liaise with clients, family members, care providers, local authorities, case managers, accountants and financial advisers.
• Oversee property transactions on behalf of clients subject to deputyship orders.
• Provide clear, practical and sensitive legal advice.
• Conduct client visits where necessary, including visits to homes, hospitals and care facilities.
• Assist with the supervision and development of junior team members.
• Support business development initiatives and maintain strong referral relationships.

About you

• Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or equivalent legal professional with experience managing Court of Protection Property & Affairs matters.
• Excellent client care, communication and stakeholder management skills, particularly when working with vulnerable clients and their families.
• Experience managing complex financial affairs, assets and property-related matters on behalf of protected parties.
• Ability to independently manage a varied caseload with strong organisational skills; STEP membership, deputyship experience and supervisory experience would be advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Clear career progression opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Employee wellbeing initiatives.
• Flexible working environment promoting work-life balance.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Court of Protection practitioner to join a respected legal practice and make a genuine difference to the lives of vulnerable individuals and their families. The role offers high-quality work, long-term career development and the flexibility of hybrid working within a supportive and established team.