Court of Protection Solicitor

Executive Network Legal Limited; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Job summary

Executive Network Legal Limited seeks a Court of Protection Solicitor with 2+ years PQE to join a private client dispute resolution team in Devon. The role offers exposure to a varied caseload and the opportunity to advance expertise in Court of Protection matters within a supportive, ambitious team.

You will collaborate across wills, inheritance, trusts and estate administration while delivering excellent client outcomes and managing competing priorities with empathy and sound judgement.

Qualifications

• Applications are sought from Court of Protection Solicitors with a minimum of 2 Years PQE.
• Sound legal judgement and a client‑focussed approach are essential.
• Confidently navigate complex, sensitive situations with professionalism and empathy.
• Experience with high‑net‑worth clients, complex trusts or international disputes would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Be part of an established team delivering high‑quality Court of Protection work.
• Collaborate with specialists on private client disputes and wills/trust matters.
• Develop expertise in Court of Protection within a supportive, ambitious team.
• Build trusted client relationships and provide practical solutions.

Skills

Court of Protection

PQE 2+ years

Client liaison

Multi‑tasking

Job description

Court of Protection Solicitor, 2+ Years PQE, Devon, £45,000.00 + (DOE) - A new role for a talented Court of Protection Solicitor to join a highly regarded Private Client Dispute Resolution team in Birmingham. JOB REF:TL5714

THE ROLE:

• This is an opportunity to become part of an established team where your work will have a real impact, both for individual clients and their families.
• You will work alongside experienced specialists on a varied caseload of challenging private client disputes, with the opportunity to develop your expertise in Court of Protection matters within a supportive and ambitious team.
• The wider team advises on a range of contentious issues, including disputes concerning wills, inheritance claims, trusts and estate administration.
• You will have the opportunity to collaborate across these areas, broaden your technical knowledge and play an active role in delivering excellent outcomes for clients.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Applications are sought from Court of Protection Solicitors with a minimum of 2 Years PQE.
• You will bring sound legal judgement, a client-focused approach and the confidence to navigate complex, sensitive situations with professionalism and empathy.
• You will also be comfortable managing competing priorities, building trusted client relationships and working collaboratively to find practical solutions.
• Experience working with high-net-worth clients, complex trust arrangements, business assets or international disputes would be an advantage.

ON OFFER:

• Competitive remuneration package
• Genuine career progression

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