Staff Lawyer

Total Staff Services is recruiting on behalf of a leading solicitor firm based in Hoylake, West Wirral, for a Solicitor to join their Private Client department. This is an exciting opportunity to join an award-winning, highly specialised firm in the fields of mental capacity and mental health law. You will be part of a dedicated team, overseeing a diverse caseload, including financial and health & welfare deputyship applications and Court of Protection cases. You will also play a pivotal role in helping the department grow.
Manage a caseload of private client matters, including financial and health & welfare deputyship applications, lasting powers of attorney, and Court of Protection applications.
Supervise a Legal Executive and secretary, ensuring efficient case management.
Work directly with the Directors to meet performance targets and uphold the firm's high service standards.
Ensure compliance with firm policies, Lexcel standards, and any recommendations from file reviews.
At least 3 years PQE in a similar role, with specific experience in private client work and deputyship.
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
~ Competitive salary with excellent progression opportunities.
~ A supportive, small team with full secretarial support.
~ Flexible working options after successful probation (3 days in the office, 2 days working from home).
~ Company pension scheme and Medicash scheme.
~ Free on-site parking.

If you're passionate about mental capacity law and want to make a difference in a growing team, please send your CV and cover letter to apply.