Court of Protection Solicitor

Michael Page Legal; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Court of Protection Solicitor to join its team in Reading. The role involves managing deputyships and private trust cases, preparing applications to the Court of Protection, and collaborating with specialists. The ideal candidate should have over 1 year PQE and be skilled in client care and communication. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package with hybrid working opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible hybrid working

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experienced in deputyships, statutory wills and private trusts.
• Familiarity with clinical negligence or catastrophic injury cases is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-value deputyships and private trust cases.
• Prepare and submit applications to the Court of Protection.
• Support property purchases and adaptations for clients.
• Oversee budgets and monitor investments.
• Collaborate with specialists to ensure client needs are met.

Skills

Client care

Communication

Drafting

Empathy

Education

Solicitor or equivalent with 1+ years PQE

Job description

Overview

A leading law firm is seeking a Court of Protection Solicitor to join its highly regarded team in Reading. This permanent role offers hybrid working, career progression and the chance to make a meaningful impact in clients lives.

Client Details

This forward-thinking law firm is recognised for its excellence in Court of Protection work and is ranked in both Chambers and The Legal 500. Known for its collaborative culture and commitment to wellbeing, the firm offers a supportive environment where professionals thrive.

Description

The Court of Protection Solicitor will be:

• Managing high-value deputyships and private trust cases
• Preparing and submitting applications to the Court of Protection
• Supporting property purchases and adaptations for clients
• Overseeing budgets and monitoring investments
• Collaborating with specialists to ensure client needs are met

Profile

The Court of Protection Solicitor should be:

• A solicitor or equivalent with 1+ years PQE
• Experienced in deputyships, statutory wills and private trusts
• Skilled in client care, communication and drafting
• Empathetic and professional in sensitive situations
• Ideally familiar with clinical negligence or catastrophic injury cases

Job Offer

• A competitive salary, depending on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible hybrid working.
• Career progression opportunities.