Court of Protection Lawyer (Flexible Hours) – Exeter

Chadwick Nott; Exeter; Presencial; GBP 40 000 - 65 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Flexible working options

Competitive salary

Generous holiday allowance

Professional development

Resumo da oferta

Chadwick Nott in Exeter is seeking a Court of Protection Lawyer to join a well‑established private client team. The role suits a Solicitor, Legal Executive or CILEX with a genuine passion for Court of Protection work and supporting vulnerable clients.

Based at the Exeter or Newton Abbot office, you will handle deputyship and welfare matters with care and professionalism. You will manage a varied caseload, advise on Mental Capacity Act issues, DoLS and related frameworks, and work closely with

Qualificações

• Experience handling Court of Protection matters.
• Strong knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and related legislation.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage a busy caseload.

Responsabilidades

• Manage a varied Court of Protection caseload including deputyship and welfare matters.
• Prepare Court applications and liaise with vulnerable clients and families.
• Advise on DoLS, tax, benefits and care funding matters as needed.
• Collaborate with care providers, case managers and other professionals.
• Assist with annual Deputyship reports and Court-related billing.

Conhecimentos

Court of Protection

Mental Capacity Act

Caseload management

Client care

Formação académica

Solicitor / Legal Executive / CILEX with 2+ PQE

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Chadwick Nott in Exeter is seeking a Court of Protection Lawyer to join a well‑established private client team. The role suits a Solicitor, Legal Executive or CILEX with a genuine passion for Court of Protection work and supporting vulnerable clients.

Based at the Exeter or Newton Abbot office, you will handle deputyship and welfare matters with care and professionalism. You will manage a varied caseload, advise on Mental Capacity Act issues, DoLS and related frameworks, and work closely with