Court of Protection Solicitor

Realm Recruit; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established legal practice in Leeds seeks a confident Court of Protection Solicitor to manage a varied Deputyship caseload. In this mid-level role, you'll enjoy a supportive environment with a clear path for career progression as the team expands. Benefit from a flexible working structure, allowing up to three days from home each week. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on quality Court of Protection files while being part of a national firm recognized in the Legal 500. If you're ready for a rewarding role that offers variety, flexibility, and growth potential, this position is for you.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Clear path for career progression

Supportive team environment

Leeds city centre office

Qualifications

• Confident Court of Protection Solicitor with 1-6 years PQE.
• Strong communication and client care skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied Deputyship caseload with support from the Head of Department.
• Work closely with professional deputies and oversee junior staff.

Skills

Court of Protection Solicitor

Client care skills

Communication skills

Managing Deputyship matters

Supervision of paralegals or trainees

Education

1–6 years PQE

Job description

Run a varied Deputyship caseload with the support of an experienced Head of Department.

Enjoy up to three days working from home each week.

Clear path for career progression as the team grows in Leeds.

Are you a confident Court of Protection Solicitor looking for a new challenge at a respected national firm with genuine room to grow?

Join a leading legal practice in Leeds where you’ll work closely with a highly regarded Head of Department and play a key role in supporting professional deputies.

This is a key mid-level role with the opportunity to step into a more senior position as the team expands. You’ll work alongside a supportive team and benefit from a flexible working structure, with up to three days from home.

Who we’re looking for

• Court of Protection Solicitor with 1–6 years PQE (Grade C ideally, Grade B considered up to 6 PQE)
• Confident managing Deputyship matters with light supervision
• Strong communication and client care skills
• Experience overseeing paralegals or trainees would be a bonus
• Leeds-based and happy to work at least 2 days a week in-office or on client visits

Salary & Benefits

• NQ salary of £50k – significantly above market average for Court of Protection work
• Hybrid working – up to 3 days from home per week
• Opportunity to work on a broad mix of quality Court of Protection files, including SLA work
• Leeds city centre office
• National law firm with Legal 500 recognition
• Path to progression – you’ll be the only Court of Protection fee earner under the Head of Department in Leeds
• Supportive, structured team environment with growth plans

Contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood

If you’re ready to take on a rewarding Court of Protection role with variety, flexibility and clear potential for growth, contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood at [e-mail] or call 03300 245 606 for a confidential chat.