Court Of Protection Senior...

Clayton Legal; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Clayton Legal is seeking an experienced Court of Protection solicitor with 6+ years' PQE to join a growing specialist team in Basingstoke. You will manage high-value and complex Court of Protection matters, including Deputyships and Personal Injury Trusts, taking ownership of your caseload and advising clients and families directly.

You will supervise and mentor junior lawyers, contribute to policy development, and play a key role in business development to grow the team’s profile.

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ PQE with solid Court of Protection experience.
• Proven experience managing Property & Affairs Deputyships.
• Experience with Personal Injury Trusts would be highly advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of OPG Deputyship Standards.

Responsibilities

• Running your own caseload of Property & Affairs Deputyships and Personal Injury Trusts
• Managing high-value and complex Court of Protection matters
• Acting as a primary point of contact for clients, families and other professionals
• Drafting routine and complex applications to the Court of Protection, including witness statements and supporting documentation
• Preparing and assisting with expert evidence, including Deputyship cost matters
• Preparing OPG reports and managing the annual review process
• Ensuring matters comply with OPG Deputyship Standards
• Liaising with case managers, clients, families and other professionals
• Advising on the day-to-day management of clients’ financial affairs
• Supporting senior members of the team on complex or specialist matters where required
• Supervising, mentoring and delegating work to junior members of the team
• Contributing to the development of team policies, processes and learning
• Supporting the continued growth and development of the team
• Taking an active role in business development and developing professional relationships

Skills

Court of Protection

Deputyships

Personal Injury Trusts

OPG Deputyship Standards

Caseload management

Mentoring juniors

Business development

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Court of Protection Solicitor at 6+ PQE to join a highly regarded and growing specialist team in Basingstoke.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior lawyer who wants to work on high-value and complex Court of Protection matters, take ownership of their own caseload and play an active role in the continued development of a successful team.

The role

A particular focus will be on high-value and complex cases, including matters involving clients who have suffered catastrophic personal injury, serious brain injuries and other significant injuries.

The work is technically challenging but also highly rewarding, with the team building long-term relationships with clients and their families and helping them navigate complex financial and welfare decisions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Running your own caseload of Property & Affairs Deputyships and Personal Injury Trusts
• Managing high-value and complex Court of Protection matters
• Acting as a primary point of contact for clients, families and other professionals
• Drafting routine and complex applications to the Court of Protection, including witness statements and supporting documentation
• Preparing and assisting with expert evidence, including Deputyship cost matters
• Preparing OPG reports and managing the annual review process
• Ensuring matters comply with OPG Deputyship Standards
• Liaising with case managers, clients, families and other professionals
• Advising on the day-to-day management of clients’ financial affairs
• Supporting senior members of the team on complex or specialist matters where required
• Supervising, mentoring and delegating work to junior members of the team
• Contributing to the development of team policies, processes and learning
• Supporting the continued growth and development of the team
• Taking an active role in business development and developing professional relationships

About you

We’re looking for an experienced Court of Protection solicitor with 6+ years' PQE who has strong technical expertise and is comfortable managing complex matters with a high degree of autonomy.

You should ideally have:

• 6+ PQE with solid Court of Protection experience
• Proven experience managing Property & Affairs Deputyships
• Experience with Personal Injury Trusts would be highly advantageous
• Strong knowledge of OPG Deputyship Standards
• Experience handling high-value and complex cases
• Experience working with brain-injured and vulnerable clients and their families
• The ability to manage your own caseload confidently
• Excellent technical, drafting and communication skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to think strategically
• Excellent organisation skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines
• The confidence to supervise and mentor junior lawyers and support staff
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build strong relationships with clients and professionals
• An interest in business development, networking and developing the profile of the team

What’s on offer?

• High-quality, complex Court of Protection work
• Exposure to high-value Deputyships and Personal Injury Trusts
• Significant work involving brain injury and vulnerable clients
• The opportunity to take ownership of your own caseload
• Responsibility for mentoring and developing junior lawyers
• Supportive and collaborative specialist team
• The opportunity to play a genuine role in the growth and development of the team
• A role where the work has a meaningful and lasting impact on clients and their families