Court of Protection Lawyer

Recruiter
JMC Legal
Location
England, Hampshire, Southampton
Salary
£45000.00 - £60000.00 per annum + Excellent Benefits
Posted
23 Jan 2023
Closes
20 Feb 2023
Ref
BBBH43925
Contact
Gosia Zarnecka
Job Title
Solicitor
Practice Area
Family / Matrimonial
PQE Level
2-4, 5-7
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

Court of Protection Lawyer | Legal 500 ranked work | Flexible working on offer

This regional heavyweight team, ranked highly in the L500 in their COP work, have recently undergone a merger and their presence now includes Surrey, Hampshire and London. Their geographical scope has increased their pull in attractive HNW services to the individuals work, and big-ticket corporate/commercial work.

There is now an opportunity for a Court of Protection Specialist to join their already established team based in Southampton, Hampshire.

The firm

This firm has been established for well over 300+ years and is one of the most highly regarded and well-respected practices outside of Central London. It has been recognised countless time as a leading firm in both the Legal 500 and Chambers, it is highly ranked across most practice areas.

The firm has built a reputation of attracting heavyweight lawyers from London looking for better work-life balance while not compromising on the quality of the work they are handling.

The firm has grown substantially in recent years due to increased workflow, much of which is solely down to their excellent client referral network. You will find here a clear career road map where progress is achievable, and there are no glass ceilings.

They have an affluent customer base and believe in their fee earners dealing with manageable caseloads but charging well. Staff are treated well with many benefits and events throughout the year designed to cement the bond between the team. They have an exceptional staff retention rate.

The role

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Court of Protection Specialist to join a growing team based in Hampshire.

In this role, you will be working closely with the head of department dealing with a mixed caseload of COP matters. The firm are open to COP specialists from the PI backgrounds, or caring for the elderly backgrounds.

This firm has a strong, high quality stream of work as a result of the individuals within the team, coupled with the firms overall reputation in Private Client / COP Many members of the team have been with the firm for over 10+ years which is testament to their culture and quality level of work on offer. They also have a strong track record of recruiting from leading city firms due to the work-life balance they can offer.

Requirements

  • You will have 3+ years experience in the COP space
  • You will be a motivated, driven individual with an eye for detail and career progression.
  • You will be well experienced across COP matters

Whats on offer?

  • L500 ranked work and the chance to work closely with the head of department
  • An excellent benefits package with an above market rate salary
  • Hybrid working / remote work
  • Access to a high-quality level of work

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Court of Protection specialist to join a growing, L500 ranked team based from their Hampshire office.
Call now for a confidential conversation and immediate consideration.