Court Of Protection Solicitor

NPA Recruit; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment firm based in Leeds is seeking a qualified Court Of Protection Solicitor. The role demands client advocacy during Court of Protection hearings and compliance with Legal Aid contracts. Ideal candidates will hold a valid practicing certificate with 0-2 years of post-qualification experience, and applications from recently qualified solicitors are welcomed. A signing bonus of £1000 will be provided upon hiring.

Benefits

£1000 signing bonus

Qualifications

• 0-2 PQE, applications from recently qualified solicitors will be accepted.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with conflict checks and client care protocols.
• Prepare for hearings and advocate for clients.
• Manage billing and file preparation.

Skills

Qualified Solicitor with valid practicing certificate

Legal Aid compliance

Client advocacy

Case management

Job description

About the job Court Of Protection Solicitor

Job Title: Court Of Protection Solicitor
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
Working Arrangements: 2-3 days in the office per week (after probation)
Salary: Competitive Salary DOE
Practice Area: Community Care + Mental Health

About The Client

Our client is widely acknowledged as a leading authority in Court of Protection personal welfare matters and community care law. Their team comprises highly skilled and seasoned professionals, whose expertise has been recognised at both local and national levels. Moreover, the firm has been honoured with numerous prestigious nominations and awards, reflecting its outstanding contributions to health and welfare.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with conflict checks, file management, and client care protocols.
• Progress cases, attend clients, and prepare for hearings per instructions.
• Advocate for clients in Court of Protection hearings.
• Handle correspondence, Legal Aid funding, billing, and file preparation.
• Manage file closing, administration, time recording, and regulatory compliance.
• Meet billing targets, support junior staff, and ensure timely invoicing.
• Participate in networking, business development, and training per Legal Aid requirements.
• Ensure files comply with Legal Aid contracts, SQM standards, and firm policies.
• Report issues to directors promptly.
• Focus on health and welfare matters as needed.

About You

• Qualified Solicitorwith a valid practicing certificate.
• 0-2 PQE (Applications from recently qualified solicitors will be accepted)

Why NPA Recruit?

The successful candidate for the specified position shall be entitled to receive a one-time payment of £1000 as a signing bonus, funded solely by NPA Recruit LTD. This payment shall be disbursed to the candidate within 14 days from the date of their commencement of new employment, subject to the agreed upon terms and conditions.