Court of Protection Solicitor

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Bristol seeks a dedicated Court of Protection Solicitor with 4-6 years PQE. This hybrid role emphasizes work-life balance and offers a supportive environment focused on client care and personal welfare of vulnerable individuals, while providing opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Private health and dental insurance

Buy and sell holiday scheme

Christmas shutdown

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• 4-6 years PQE as a qualified Solicitor with experience in Court of Protection matters.
• Strong technical knowledge in deputyship applications, statutory wills, and contested deputyships.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a varied caseload for vulnerable clients.
• Collaborate closely with clients and legal teams to ensure welfare.
• Provide clear, practical advice and exceptional client care.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Client-focused Mindset

Empathy

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

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Opportunity: Court of Protection Solicitor (4-6 years PQE)
Location: Bristol (Hybrid)
Salary: Up to £65,000 (DOE)

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals? Yolk Recruitment are working with a leading law firm seeking a dedicated Court of Protection Solicitor to join their compassionate and dynamic team in Bristol. If you're passionate about delivering expert legal support while enjoying genuine work-life balance, this is the opportunity you have been waiting for.

What you will be doing:

This firm is renowned for its empathetic and practical approach to legal services, supporting clients and their families during challenging times. The team specialises in deputyship applications, statutory wills, contested deputyships and other Court of Protection matters, delivering tailored solutions that put people first.

In this role, you will independently manage a varied caseload while collaborating closely with clients, healthcare professionals and other legal teams. You'll play a key role in ensuring the financial and personal welfare of individuals who lack capacity, providing clear, practical advice and exceptional client care.

To excel in this role, you will need:

• 4-6 years PQE as a qualified Solicitor with experience in Court of Protection matters.
• Strong technical knowledge in deputyship applications, statutory wills, and contested deputyships.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused mindset.
• The ability to manage your own caseload while collaborating effectively with colleagues.
• A proactive, empathetic approach to supporting vulnerable clients and their families.

What is in it for you?

• Hybrid working model with only one day a week required in the office.
• Private health and dental insurance.
• Buy and sell holiday scheme, plus a Christmas shutdown.
• Genuine focus on work-life balance and employee wellbeing.
• Opportunities for career development in a supportive and collaborative environment.

If you're looking to advance your career with a firm that truly values its people and the clients it serves, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV or contact me at to arrange a confidential chat.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.