Solicitor - Court of Protection Specialist

4 weeks ago

Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Fletchers Solicitors Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Solicitor to join our thriving Court of Protection Team at Fletchers Solicitors. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing expert legal advice and support to clients who have personal injury or clinical negligence claims involving the management of substantial compensation awards.

As a Solicitor in our Court of Protection Team, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of cases, including deputyship and trustee matters, and will be responsible for managing your own caseload, supervising junior fee earners, and providing technical support to the team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Managing your own caseload of deputyship and trustee matters, including preparing accurate accounts and forecasts of expenditure.
  • Attending clients at their home, or in hospital or in care/nursing homes, to discuss and agree budgets and identify other priorities.
  • Liaising with financial advisors on investments and preparing applications for statutory wills, gifts, and other associated applications to the Court of Protection.
  • Delegating and supervising tasks to junior team members, including regular meetings and appraisals.
  • Contribute to regular team meetings and training sessions, and actively engage in business development plans.
Requirements

We are looking for a Solicitor with a minimum of 4 years PQE in Court of Protection property and affairs work, including experience of setting up and running PI trusts. You will also need strong empathetic interpersonal skills, a high degree of professionalism, and a commitment to achieving our clients' goals.

In addition, you will need strong leadership skills, the ability to lead and manage a growing team, and a passion for team building and raising the internal and external profile of the team.

About Fletchers Solicitors

Fletchers Solicitors is a rapidly growing law firm specialising in personal injury and clinical negligence law. We are based in the North-West of the UK, with offices in Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, and Southport, although many of our colleagues work from home as Fletchers offers Hybrid working.

We offer a great work-life balance, fabulous benefits, apprenticeships, and internal progression, around 10% of colleagues are currently working on apprenticeships or training contracts – more than ever before – and we are continuing to grow our L&D offering.

We have a great culture and people that will support you and your goals, and we are committed to providing a culture and environment where everyone can thrive.

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