Court of Protection Lawyer - Exeter

Chadwick Nott; Exeter; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Career progression

Professional development

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is seeking a Court of Protection Lawyer to join our Private Client team in the South West. The role supports vulnerable clients, with deputies, attorneys and professionals involved in complex Court of Protection work.

The role can be based in Newton Abbot or Exeter, with full-time or part-time arrangements considered. You will handle deputyship applications, DoLS matters and related billing, under a supportive regional firm.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or CILEX with at least 2 years' PQE.
• Proven experience handling Court of Protection matters.
• Strong knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and related legislation.
• Experience preparing Court applications and dealing with vulnerable clients and families.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage a busy caseload.
• Outstanding client care and communication skills.
• A compassionate and empathetic approach when supporting vulnerable individuals.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied Court of Protection caseload across deputyship and other proceedings.
• Advise on Statutory Will and gifting applications.
• Oversee management of financial affairs and welfare matters.
• Prepare Deputyship reports and Court-related billing matters.
• Advise on Mental Capacity Act issues, DoLS and related frameworks.
• Collaborate with care providers, case managers and medical professionals.
• Handle property transactions requiring Court of Protection approval.
• Identify and liaise with tax, benefits and care funding specialists.
• Safeguard vulnerable clients from financial abuse and exploitation.

Skills

Court of Protection experience

Mental Capacity Act knowledge

Empathetic approach

Team collaboration

Education

Solicitor

Legal Executive/CILEX

Job description

Court of Protection Lawyer - Exeter

Full-time or Part-time

This is an excellent opportunity to join a long-established and highly respected South West law firm with a strong regional presence and a reputation for delivering exceptional legal services to both private individuals and businesses.

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Court of Protection Lawyer to join a well-established Private Client team. The role would suit a Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or CILEX professional with a genuine passion for Court of Protection work and supporting vulnerable clients. With multiple offices across the Westcountry, this role can be based in either their Newton Abbott or Exeter office.

You will manage a varied and rewarding caseload, advising elderly, disabled and vulnerable individuals, as well as their families, deputies, attorneys and professional advisers. The position offers exposure to a broad range of complex Court of Protection matters, including:

• Deputyship applications and other Court of Protection proceedings
• Statutory Will and gifting applications
• Management of clients' financial affairs and welfare matters
• Preparation of annual Deputyship reports and Court-related billing matters
• Advising on Mental Capacity Act issues, DoLS and related legislative frameworks
• Working closely with care providers, case managers, medical professionals and other experts
• Property transactions involving Court of Protection approval
• Identifying and liaising with specialist teams regarding tax, benefits and care funding matters
• Safeguarding vulnerable clients and protecting them from financial abuse, coercion and exploitation

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or CILEX professional with at least 2 years' PQE
• Proven experience handling Court of Protection matters
• Strong knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and associated legislation
• Experience preparing Court applications and dealing directly with vulnerable clients and their families
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy caseload effectively
• Outstanding client care and communication skills
• A compassionate and empathetic approach when supporting vulnerable individuals
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Why Join?

• Opportunity to undertake genuinely meaningful and rewarding work that makes a real difference to clients' lives
• High-quality and varied Court of Protection caseload
• Flexible working options, with both full-time and part-time arrangements considered
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Generous holiday allowance
• Strong commitment to professional development and career progression
• Well-established client base and excellent reputation across the region

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.*