Court of Protection Solicitor

• Join a Legal 500-recognised Court of Protection team
• Work closely with vulnerable clients in a rewarding, varied role
• Enjoy genuine progression opportunities within a supportive culture

Are you a compassionate legal professional with experience in health and welfare proceedings? Would you thrive in a collaborative, tight-knit team with a strong social mission? If so, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

You’ll join a nationally recognised Court of Protection team at a Top 150 firm. The department is led by an approachable and highly experienced partner and has grown significantly in recent years, thanks to a strong culture, consistent demand and fantastic internal development.

You’ll manage your own caseload of welfare proceedings and work with family members and litigation friends to safeguard the rights of vulnerable adults who lack capacity.

You’ll be supported by a team of graduate paralegals, and there’s plenty of opportunity to grow – with a clear route to Associate and beyond.

Who we’re looking for

• Qualified solicitor, legal executive or equivalent
• NQ-5 PQE
• Experience with Court of Protection health and welfare matters 
• Previous legal aid experience
• Advocacy experience
• Empathetic, resilient and excellent with client communication

What you’ll be doing

• Managing your own caseload of Court of Protection health and welfare proceedings
• Supporting clients and families through sensitive legal processes
• Attending care homes and hospitals to advise vulnerable adults
• Preparing and managing Court applications and hearings
• Advising on matters such as capacity, residence, care, contact and treatment
• Ensuring compliance with Legal Aid requirements and professional standards
• Contributing to the development and growth of the department
• Delegating work appropriately and supporting more junior team members

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Flexible and hybrid working with just 2 days a month in the office
• Generous annual leave package (increases with service)
• Additional birthday holiday
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Early pay access scheme
• Life assurance
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
• Holiday buy/sell scheme
• Financial, physical and mental well-being support
• Free parking
• Cycle to work and season ticket loan schemes
• Private medical and dental insurance options
• Reward and recognition programmes
• Social clubs and events
• Retail cashback and vouchers
• Internal referral bonus scheme

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a highly regarded Court of Protection team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable clients.

Contact Kelly Reid

Call 03300 245 606 or email kelly.reid@realmrecruit.com to learn more or apply confidentially.