Court of Protection Lawyer

• A solicitor or equivalent with at least 3 years' PQE in Court of Protection welfare matters.
• Experienced in handling a contentious Court of Protection caseloads.
• Knowledgeable in the Mental Capacity Act 2005, Court of Protection procedures, and relevant human rights legislation.
• Familiar with Legal Aid Agency processes, funding applications, and compliance requirements.
• An advocate with excellent communication and client care skills.
• Commercially aware and interested in contributing to the growth of a successful specialist team.

This is more than just a legal role. It is an opportunity to join a highly regarded and expanding practice where your expertise will be recognised and rewarded.

Benefits include:

• Desirable salary with performance-related bonus potential.
• Genuine career progression with structured routes.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements, including remote working opportunities.
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• An additional day off for your birthday.
• Legal services discounts.
• The opportunity to work within a recognised and award-winning Court of Protection team with an excellent reputation in the market.

Summary

• Join a Chambers-ranked Court of Protection team
• Flexible hybrid/remote working with genuine progression

About Our Client

Our client is a multi-award-winning full-service law firm with a strong reputation across Wales and beyond. Recognised for its expertise in Court of Protection work and ranked within expert legal directories, the firm is known for delivering exceptional assistance to vulnerable clients and their families. The organisation combines high-quality legal work with a genuine culture, offering clear career progression pathways, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities to work closely with senior associates as the business continues to expand.

Job Description

• Managing and developing a caseload of contested Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Court of Protection welfare matters.
• Preparing and overseeing Legal Aid Agency funding applications alongside privately funded cases.
• Representing clients and working with expert counsel and other professionals.
• Growth and development of the Court of Protection department through business development activities.
• Delivering exceptional client care and advice to vulnerable clients and their families.

The Successful Applicant

• A solicitor or equivalent with at least 3 years' PQE in Court of Protection welfare matters.
• Experienced in handling a contentious Court of Protection caseloads.
• Knowledgeable in the Mental Capacity Act 2005, Court of Protection procedures, and relevant human rights legislation.
• Familiar with Legal Aid Agency processes, funding applications, and compliance requirements.
• An advocate with excellent communication and client care skills.
• Commercially aware and interested in contributing to the growth of a successful specialist team.

What's on Offer

This is more than just a legal role. It is an opportunity to join a highly regarded and expanding practice where your expertise will be recognised and rewarded.

Benefits include:

• Desirable salary with performance-related bonus potential.
• Genuine career progression with structured routes.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements, including remote working opportunities.
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• An additional day off for your birthday.
• Legal services discounts.
• The opportunity to work within a recognised and award-winning Court of Protection team with an excellent reputation in the market.