Court of Protection Solicitor
- Join one of the UK’s leading Court of Protection teams with a national footprint and over 200 specialists
- Work on high-value, complex deputyship matters alongside a respected senior team
- Benefit from clear promotion pathways, flexible working, and a top-tier salary package
An award-winning national law firm is looking to grow its Yorkshire Court of Protection offering and is seeking experienced solicitors to join the team in Leeds. Whether you’re looking to step into a more senior role or want to develop your niche within one of the country’s most established CoP practices, this is a standout opportunity to work on some of the most rewarding and challenging cases in the sector.
With 1,300 deputyships, 2,000 clients, and 15 specialist partners, the department is exceptionally well-resourced. The firm also offers one of the strongest training and development programmes in the market—supporting ambitious solicitors at every level to take their next step.
You’ll be part of a firm recognised by the Sunday Times as one of the UK’s Best Places to Work, with a staff retention rate of over 90%, and a culture centred on collaboration, progression, and wellbeing.
Who we’re looking for
- Court of Protection solicitor with 2+ years’ PQE (more senior applicants also welcomed)
- Strong track record in property and affairs deputyship work, including complex applications and financial management
- Comfortable managing high-value caseloads independently and providing mentorship to junior team members if needed
- Commercially aware, team-focused, and genuinely passionate about this area of law
- Open to collaboration and continuous development within a large but close-knit team
Salary & benefits
- £50,000–£70,000 depending on experience
- Bonus scheme
- 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
- Hybrid working – typically 1–2 days per week in the office
- Free parking at Associate level; fully expensed car, fuel, and parking at Partner level
- Exceptional training and promotion pathways
- Supportive, inclusive team environment
- Strong pro bono culture and community focus
- One of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work
- 91% staff retention rate
Contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood
If you’re a Court of Protection solicitor looking to take your career to the next level with one of the UK’s most respected and well-resourced teams, get in touch with Bill Szajna-Hopgood at bill.szajnahopgood@realmrecruit.com or call 03300 245 606 for a confidential chat.
Key details
Salary
£50,000 - £70,000
Location
- West Yorkshire
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Court of Protection
Job ref
V-46359-3
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