Court of Protection Solicitor

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded North London firm is seeking a Court of Protection Solicitor to join its growing team. This position offers a unique opportunity for a junior lawyer to specialize in welfare proceedings and mental capacity law, managing a caseload and working with an experienced team.

Benefits

Hybrid working (2–3 days in office)

Training and accreditation support

Health insurance (after 2 years)

Enhanced parental leave

Pension

EAP

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with 0-3 years PQE.
• Experience in Court of Protection welfare (s.21A essential).

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload primarily focused on s.21A applications.
• Work alongside a recognized team in mental capacity law.

Skills

Strong drafting skills

Strong communication skills

Team-oriented

Committed to social justice

Education

Qualified solicitor (0–3 years PQE)

Job description

Court of Protection Solicitor / Associate Solicitor
Salary: £38,000 – £45,000 (DOE)
Location: North London / Hybrid

A well-regarded North London firm is seeking a Court of Protection solicitor (0–3 years PQE) to join its growing team. This is a great opportunity for a junior lawyer to build a specialist practice focused on welfare proceedings and mental capacity law.

You’ll manage your own caseload—primarily s.21A applications, with some s.16 work—and work alongside a team recognised for its expertise. Experience in mental capacity and best interests issues is essential. Those with greater experience may be considered for an Associate-level role.

Requirements:

• Qualified solicitor (0–3 years PQE)
• Court of Protection welfare experience (s.21A essential)
• Strong drafting and communication skills
• Team-oriented and committed to social justice

Desirable:

• Experience with s.16 applications
• Supervision or mentoring experience
• Recognition or ambition for Legal 500/Chambers listing

Benefits include:

• Hybrid working (2–3 days in office)
• Training and accreditation support
• Health insurance (after 2 years)
• Enhanced parental leave
• Pension, EAP, cycle-to-work scheme

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