Overview
Court of Protection Solicitor | Manchester | NQ+
Join one of the UK's leading Court of Protection teams, recognised nationally for its depth of expertise and compassionate approach to protecting the interests of vulnerable clients. This is a superb opportunity to work within a highly regarded team supporting a diverse caseload of property and financial affairs deputyships for individuals who have lost capacity through serious injury, illness, or age-related conditions.
What You'll Be Doing
* Managing complex deputyship cases: Acting on behalf of clients who have lost capacity to manage their own affairs, including those affected by catastrophic injuries, birth injuries, or dementia-related illnesses.
* Supporting the professional deputy: Working under instruction to manage property, finances, and assets in the client's best interests, ensuring consistent, compassionate, and compliant case management.
* Engaging in broader firmwide collaboration: Working alongside colleagues in litigation, private client, and healthcare to provide joined-up advice and exceptional client care.
* Contributing to team growth and client relationships: Supporting business development initiatives, converting warm leads, and helping strengthen the team's presence within the wider firm.
About You
* Qualified Solicitor (NQ+) with experience in Court of Protection matters
* Understanding of litigation processes and financial management for vulnerable clients
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with empathy and professionalism
* Highly organised, able to manage multiple matters while maintaining accuracy and care
* Collaborative, solutions-focused, and motivated to grow within a national market leader
What’s on Offer
* 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional leave
* Generous and flexible pension schemes
* Two fully paid volunteering days per year
* Private healthcare with Westfield Health and access to Aviva Digital GP services
* Strong culture of wellbeing and inclusion, with multiple diversity networks
* Clear progression pathways, many team members have built long-term careers here, advancing from paralegal to partner
The Firm
A leading national law firm known for combining technical excellence with genuine compassion. The Court of Protection team is one of the UK's largest and most highly ranked, with specialists in property, affairs and welfare deputyships. The group regularly acts in high-value, complex cases for individuals, families, professional deputies, and charities, and is consistently recognised by Chambers UK and Legal 500 for its expertise, empathy, and client care.
The firm is also renowned for its flexible culture, strong progression pathways, and commitment to wellbeing, ranked among the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing 2024.
Apply now or contact Harrison for more information.
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