Solicitor - Court of Protection (Health & Welfare) 📍 Newctastle | 🏆 Legal 500 Firm | ⏳ Up to 3 years' PQE | 💼 DOE An award-winning Legal 500 law firm in the North East is looking to recruit a Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer (up to around 3 years' PQE) to join its growing Court of Protection - Health & Welfare team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in a highly specialist, people-focused area of law. While prior Health & Welfare experience is welcomed, the firm is very open to retrains from related areas such as Court of Protection (Property & Affairs), family law, mental health or safeguarding, with full training and supervision provided. The role Advising and supporting vulnerable clients who lack capacity in relation to care, treatment and living arrangements Managing Court of Protection applications, including complex or contested matters Acting as a key point of contact for clients, families and professionals Working closely with health, social care and rehabilitation teams Handling a varied caseload across Legal Aid and private client work About you Qualified Solicitor or CILEX, up to 3 years' PQE Experience in a people-centred area of law and confidence dealing with sensitive matters Strong communication, organisation and client-care skills Interest in developing specialist expertise in Court of Protection Law Society...