Court of Protection solicitor

Law Staff Legal Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Court of Protection Solicitor to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of casework, including complex legal proceedings related to community care. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of the Court of Protection and be adept at developing compliant processes. Join a firm renowned for its commitment to high-quality legal services and a supportive work environment, where your expertise will contribute significantly to the lives of clients. Embrace this chance to make a meaningful impact in a rewarding legal career.

Qualifications

• Experience in Court of Protection casework and knowledge of community care law.
• Ability to advise clients in complex legal situations.

Responsibilities

• Handle Court of Protection casework and advise clients through legal proceedings.
• Implement team-wide processes and maintain high legal standards.

Skills

Court of Protection casework

Community care law

Advising clients in legal proceedings

Developing legal processes

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited Legal Representative status

Legal training in community care

Job description

Position Title: Court of Protection Solicitor

Location: London, Brighton, Cornwall, Bristol, Crawley, Somerset, Nottingham, Liverpool and Cambridge (Will Consider Remote)

Salary: £35000 +

Reference: BH-36884

Work Type: Full-time – 37.5 hours per week; 9.30am-5.30pm Monday–Friday (Alternative working arrangements including part-time hours will be considered)

About The Firm: My client is a leading law firm specialising in various areas of legal practice, including Court of Protection and community care. They are known for their commitment to providing high-quality legal services and their supportive work environment.

Position Overview: My client is seeking a Court of Protection Solicitor with experience and/or knowledge in community care. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in Court of Protection casework and be able to work both independently and as part of a team. Experience in creating and implementing compliant processes and procedures is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Meet the LAA supervisor requirements for the Community Care legal aid contract, including specific requirements for cases under the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
• Handle a range of Court of Protection casework, including 21A Deprivation of Liberty challenges and s.16 proceedings.
• Advise and represent ‘P’ via a litigation friend (including the Official Solicitor) or family members within proceedings.
• Work independently and as part of a team, creating and implementing team-wide processes, procedures, and precedents.
• Self-supervise and maintain high standards of legal practice.
• Achieve or maintain Accredited Legal Representative status or undertake required training and assessment.

Requirements:

• Experience and knowledge of Court of Protection casework and community care law.
• Ability to advise and represent clients in complex legal proceedings.
• Experience in developing and implementing legal processes and procedures.
• Capability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Accredited Legal Representative status or willingness to complete necessary training.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of wider community care law, including the Care Act, housing legislation, and legislation relevant to families and children.
• Experience in supervising team members.
• Ability to write and deliver training on mental capacity issues.
• Experience in handling mental capacity issues across various areas of law, including education, housing, immigration, and public law.

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and/or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact Person: Shabir Jiza

Contact Email: [e-mail]

Contact Phone: [phone]

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