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Grade A Court of Protection Solicitor

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  • Join an established Court of Protection team handling complex, high-value Property & Affairs matters
  • Lead on your own specialist caseload while mentoring junior lawyers and helping shape the future of the department
  • Excellent progression, strong benefits package and a collaborative, people-first culture

If you’re an experienced Court of Protection Solicitor looking for a role where your expertise is genuinely valued, this is an opportunity to join a well-established team that combines complex, rewarding work with a supportive and approachable culture.

You’ll become part of a specialist Court of Protection department handling high-level Property & Affairs matters for vulnerable clients. Managing your own caseload with the support of experienced solicitors and paralegals, you’ll advise on complex and strategic issues while delivering the highest standards of client care.

You’ll have the opportunity to play an important role in the continued development of the team. Alongside your own caseload, you’ll support the supervision and mentoring of junior colleagues, contribute to business development and help strengthen the department’s reputation in the market.

The culture is built around being accessible, caring and effective. Colleagues are approachable, supportive and committed to delivering outstanding service to clients while creating an environment where people are encouraged to develop, collaborate and enjoy long-term careers.

Who we’re looking for

  • Solicitor or FCILEx with 8+ years’ experience in Court of Protection
  • Extensive experience managing a complex Court of Protection Property & Affairs caseload
  • Strong technical knowledge and excellent problem-solving skills
  • Experience handling high-level and strategic Court of Protection matters
  • Excellent client care and communication skills
  • Experience supervising or mentoring junior team members (preferred)
  • Interest in business development and supporting the growth of the department


What you’ll be doing

  • Managing your own Court of Protection Property & Affairs caseload
  • Advising clients on complex and strategic Court of Protection matters
  • Delivering exceptional client care and practical legal advice
  • Working collaboratively with solicitors and paralegals across the department
  • Supervising and mentoring junior colleagues where appropriate
  • Supporting the continued development and marketing of the Court of Protection team
  • Maintaining the highest professional and compliance standards


Salary & Benefits

  • Competitive salary depending on experience
  • 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
  • Loyalty holiday scheme
  • Holiday purchase scheme
  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Paycare health scheme
  • Death in service benefit
  • Genuine career progression opportunities
  • Supportive, collaborative and people-focused working environment


Contact Kelly Reid

📩 kelly.reid@realmrecruit.com
📞 03300 245 606

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Key details

Salary

£70,000 - £90,000

Location

  • Greater Manchester

Role type

  • Hybrid working

Contract type

  • Permanent

Practice area

Private Client

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