Court of Protection Solicitor

4 weeks ago


England, United Kingdom Austen Lloyd Full time


Court of Protection Solicitor - Essex/Hybrid

Fantastic Legal 500 firm

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Court of Protection Solicitor to join a well-established firm with a strong reputation. The team is ranked highly in the legal directions nationwide, so this really is a great opportunity with real career prospects.

They are recruiting for a mid-senior level solicitor who can manage their own caseload, comprising of complex matters including acquired brain injuries; mental health issues; learning difficulties and the elderly. The caseload consists of deputyship applications; disputed Lasting Powers of Attorney; lifetime gifting and advance decisions and Statutory Wills.

Your key duties will be:

  • To handle a caseload of matters relating to the court of protection
  • Working closely with a range of clients to provide fast and pragmatic advice.
  • Working with marketing strategies to attract new clients and developing relationships with current clients.
  • Assisting in development opportunities within Mayo Wynne Baxter and externally
  • Assisting senior team members and delegating appropriate work to paralegals

Skills and experience you will have:

  • Relevant experience working in a private client department.
  • Some knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act
  • Ability to manage your workload, knowing when to delegate and when to request additional input, to provide the best client service.
  • An understanding of clients as our business partners & the importance of knowing what is key for them.
  • A willingness to engage in business development.

There is a wealth of support available and a friendly working environment. Additionally, an interest in business development is would certainly be beneficial.

Apply below or contact Gemma at Austen Lloyd as soon as possible, quoting Ref: GD 56200 (Court of Protection Solicitor - East Sussex/Hybrid)

Solicitor Vacancies Law Lawyer Jobs Reference GD 56200 (Court of Protection Solicitor - East Sussex/Hybrid) Austen Lloyd Limited is a Specialist Legal Recruitment Agency. Please note: our advertisements may use PQE levels purely as a guide, however we would be happy to consider applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills needed to perform the role.

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