Court of Protection Solicitor

Austen Lloyd Limited; England; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career progression

Training & mentoring

Competitive salary

Job summary

Austen Lloyd Limited is seeking a Senior Court of Protection Solicitor to join a Legal 500 firm in Berkshire. You will handle deputyship applications, advise vulnerable clients, and manage high-value care and capacity matters.

The role offers hybrid working, strong progression, and a competitive salary package within a Legal 500 ranked team. You will work with families, professionals and case managers, developing expertise in the Court of Protection estate.

Qualifications

• Experience in Court of Protection matters and deputyship applications.
• Strong understanding of mental capacity law and related procedures.
• Excellent client care and communication skills with empathy.
• Experience supervising junior staff is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage a range of Court of Protection matters and deputyship applications.
• Advise vulnerable clients on financial management, care arrangements and capacity issues.
• Handle high-value cases with complex needs and liaise with families and professionals.
• Prepare applications, reports and correspondence for the Court of Protection.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members and support related private client work.

Skills

Court of Protection experience

Mental capacity law

Client care

Team mentoring

Education

Solicitor qualification

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Senior Court of Protection Solicitor - Legal 500 Firm - Berkshire

Salary: Competitive | Hybrid Working | Clear Progression Path

A highly regarded Legal 500 firm in Berkshire is seeking a Senior Court of Protection Solicitor to join its specialist team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced solicitor to work on complex and sensitive matters while benefiting from strong career progression, hybrid working, and a competitive salary package.

The Role

From a recruitment perspective, this position offers a varied and rewarding caseload, including:

• Managing a range of Court of Protection matters, including deputyship applications and ongoing administration
• Acting for vulnerable clients and advising on financial management, care arrangements, and capacity issues
• Handling high-value cases, often involving clients with serious injuries or complex needs
• Liaising with families, case managers, medical professionals, and other third parties
• Preparing applications, reports, and correspondence for the Court of Protection
• Supervising and mentoring junior team members
• Supporting the wider private client or clinical negligence teams where appropriate

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements
• Clear and structured career progression within a Legal 500 ranked team
• Exposure to complex, high-value Court of Protection work
• Ongoing training, mentoring, and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with strong experience in Court of Protection work
• Excellent understanding of mental capacity law and related procedures
• Confident managing complex cases independently
• Strong communication and client care skills, with a sensitive and empathetic approach
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff is advantageous
• Ambitious and keen to progress within a leading firm

Austen Lloyd Limited is a Specialist Legal Recruitment Agency operating nationally. Please Note: our advertisements may use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. The role CW 61297 Senior Court of Protection Solicitor - Legal 500 Firm - Berkshire