Court of Protection Solicitor

COURT OF PROTECTION SOLICITOR – 4+ PQE - £EXCELLENT (DOE) – MANCHESTER/REMOTE WORKING – JOB REF:3854

An excellent opportunity to join one of the leading law firms this specialist sector that can offer high quality work and genuine career opportunities. The firm has embraced a flexible working culture – the majority of its Solicitors work remotely and this will continue long-term. For those office-based, the firm has a Covid-safe environment with the option of regular home working. Competitive salary and benefits package which will include enhanced annual leave, bonus, private health care and gym membership. This specialist law firm continues to experience significant success and goes from strength to strength in the sector. They are looking to appoint a Court of Protection Solicitor to join a team managing Finance and Property deputyship files. You will be advising clients, families and carers and support teams on a wide range of legal issues and undertake applications to Court. The successful Solicitor will have at least 4 years’ PQE handling complex professional deputyship work, drafting Expert Witness Statements, advising on Powers of Attorney and investigating financial abuse. You will be able to demonstrate knowledge of funding options and welfare issues; experience in more general private client work would be a distinct advantage.