Job Title: Court of Protection Lawyer
Reporting to: Head of Department & Partners
Salary: Up to £60,000
Purpose:
Manage Mental Capacity welfare matters in the Court of Protection.
Key Responsibilities
* Handle Court of Protection welfare cases, with related Community Care and Judicial Review matters (where appropriate).
* Maintain high professional standards in line with SRA, Lexcel, and internal policies.
* Advise clients, manage caseloads, and ensure files and records are compliant.
* Supervise and support junior team members where required.
* Contribute to business development and maintain strong client relationships.
* Work towards Law Society Court of Protection (Welfare) Accreditation.
Skills & Knowledge
* Strong communication and client care skills, particularly with vulnerable individuals.
* Solid understanding of Mental Capacity Law, Mental Health Law, and the Care Act.
* Ability to manage deadlines, workload, and stakeholder relationships.
Experience
* Court of Protection welfare and Community Care matters.
* Accreditation (or working towards) in Mental Health/COP Welfare.
Attributes
* Team player and reliable
* Able to supervise, mentor, and build effective working relationships.
* Commercial awareness and ability to meet financial targets.
* Proactive in business development and networking.
Benefits
* Supportive, collaborative team environment.
* Hybrid working and work-life balance.
* Involvement in legal community initiatives.
* Inclusive culture with regular social and wellbeing events.
* Health & wellbeing support and cycle-to-work scheme.
* Discretionary bonus scheme.
If you would like more information on the role please contact Ellie at Puro Associates on 01904 571760.