Associate Solicitor - Court of Protection - 4-8 PQE - Bristol

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible pension scheme

Fully paid volunteering days

Health membership and digital GP access

Wellbeing initiatives

Hybrid working options

Job summary

A leading national law firm is seeking an Associate Solicitor specializing in Court of Protection finance in Bristol. This role focuses on managing finances for individuals lacking capacity, ensuring compliance with legal duties, and fostering long-term client relationships. The firm boasts a strong support team and flexible working initiatives. Candidates should have experience in Court of Protection or strong Private Client work with a commitment to this area. Competitive benefits include generous holidays, pension schemes, and well-being initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in Court of Protection finance work or commitment to COP.
• Ability to manage own caseload confidently.
• Communicates with empathy and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Manage finances for individuals lacking capacity.
• Support long-term client relationships.
• Ensure financial decisions comply with legal duties.

Skills

Court of Protection finance work

Private Client experience

Communication skills

Client relationship management

Collaboration

Job description

Associate Solicitor - Court of Protection - 4-8 PQE - Bristol

A leading national Top 100 law firm is seeking an Associate to join its specialist Court of Protection team, focusing exclusively on property and financial affairs for clients who lack capacity. This is an excellent opportunity to build a long term, stable caseload within a well resourced and forward thinking department.

The Role

You will manage a dedicated COP finance caseload, including:

• Managing finances and property for individuals lacking capacity
• Working closely with families, deputies and professional attorneys
• Supporting long term client relationships, often lasting many years
• Ensuring financial decisions comply with legal duties and best interests principles

This is a pure COP finance role - no mixed caseload. Private Client solicitors will be considered if they are fully committed to specialising in this area.

This team is known for its strong infrastructure and modern approach to working:

• A large support team handles payments, billing and administrative processes
• Extensive use of AI, automation and Power Apps to streamline workflows
• Fee earners are freed up to focus on client relationships and complex decision making

About You

• Has experience in Court of Protection finance work, or strong Private Client experience with a clear commitment to COP
• Can manage your own caseload confidently and independently
• Communicates with empathy, clarity and professionalism
• Enjoys working collaboratively within a supportive national team
• Wants to build a long term career in a growing and respected practice

Benefits

• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional leave
• Flexible and generous pension scheme
• Two fully paid volunteering days each year
• Westfield Health membership and digital GP access
• A wide range of wellbeing initiatives and hybrid working through the Flexible by Choice programme
• Recognised as a Best Workplace for Wellbeing 2024

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929

(m) 07435 943574

(e) [e-mail]

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.