Court of Protection Solicitor

Realm Recruit; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in the North West is seeking an experienced Court of Protection solicitor to join its team in Preston. This role offers autonomy and the chance to shape a specialist offering. You will manage a prepared caseload while benefiting from a supportive environment with clear progression. Hybrid working and an attractive salary are included.

Benefits

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Healthcare cashback plan & counselling support

Annual leave purchase scheme

Service awards and annual events

Private pension and employee discount scheme

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Court of Protection work.
• Confident managing a caseload independently (property and affairs focus).
• Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and relevant case law.

Responsibilities

• Manage a quality caseload of property and affairs matters.
• Opportunity to shape and develop a specialist Court of Protection offering.
• Potential to grow into a Head of Department role.

Skills

Client care

Communication

Team player

Education

Qualified Solicitor (4+ PQE)

Job description

• Step into a ready-made caseload with the scope to grow your own team
• Opportunity to shape and develop a specialist Court of Protection offering
• Hybrid working and flexible hours to support work-life balance while earning a top-of-market salary

Are you an experienced Court of Protection solicitor looking for the next step in your career, one that offers real autonomy, strong support and the potential to grow into a Head of Department role?

This leading North West law firm is looking for a Court of Protection specialist to join its growing private client offering in Preston. You’ll benefit from a quality caseload of property and affairs matters ready from day one, without the pressure of bringing your own work.

This is a key strategic hire, and you'll have the freedom to develop the role around your strengths and ambitions. Whether you're focused on technical excellence, team leadership, or both, the path is yours to shape.

Who we’re looking for

• 4+ PQE Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with strong experience in Court of Protection work
• Confident managing a caseload independently (property and affairs focus)
• Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and relevant case law
• A team player with excellent communication and client care skills
• Experience supervising junior colleagues would be a bonus
• BD experience or desire to build the team is welcomed, but not essential

Salary & Benefits

• Earn a top-of-market salary
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays
• Celebration leave
• Hybrid working and flexibility on hours
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Healthcare cashback plan & counselling support
• Ongoing training and clear progression pathway
• Service awards and annual events
• Private pension and employee discount scheme

This is a fantastic opportunity to make your mark in a growing team where your contribution will be valued from day one, with genuine support to help you reach your next career milestone.

Contact Kelly Reid

Call Kelly on 03300 245 606 or [e-mail] find out more or apply. All conversations are held in the strictest confidence.