COP Solicitor - Redhill

Simpson Judge; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Redhill is seeking a Court of Protection Solicitor to manage diverse cases including deputyship applications and welfare decisions. The ideal candidate is a qualified solicitor with at least 3 years of experience and strong knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005. The role offers a competitive salary, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Flexible working options

Career development prospects

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with hands-on Court of Protection experience.
• Strong knowledge of Mental Capacity Act 2005 and case law.
• Excellent client communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle varied Court of Protection caseload.
• Provide legal advice under the Mental Capacity Act.
• Work sensitively with vulnerable clients.

Skills

Court of Protection experience

Client communication skills

Knowledge of Mental Capacity Act 2005

Education

Qualified solicitor (3+ years PQE)

Job description

Overview

Court of Protection Solicitor - Redhill
Redhill, Surrey Full-Time Permanent Competitive Salary + Benefits

I'm currently partnering with a well-established law firm based in Redhill that is actively seeking a Court of Protection Solicitor to join their Private Client team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a solicitor with experience in Court of Protection work to handle a varied caseload, including deputyship applications, welfare decisions, and statutory wills. The firm prides itself on supporting vulnerable clients and providing expert legal advice under the Mental Capacity Act 2005.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied Court of Protection caseload, including deputyship applications, welfare decisions, and statutory wills.
• Provide expert legal advice under the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and relevant case law.
• Work with vulnerable clients and communicate sensitively and clearly.
• Advise lay deputies and attorneys; experience as a professional deputy is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor (ideally 3+ years PQE) with hands-on Court of Protection experience.
• Strong knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and relevant case law.
• Excellent client communication skills; ability to work sensitively with vulnerable clients.
• Experience acting as a professional deputy or advising lay deputies and attorneys is highly advantageous.
• Ideally some experience with legal aid and welfare matters.

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary package with benefits.
• Supportive and friendly working environment with excellent career development prospects.
• Flexible working options.
• Opportunity to work on meaningful cases that make a real difference in people\'s lives.