Court of Protection Solicitor - Cardiff

Chadwick Nott; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 45.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible hybrid working

Career progression

Training and development

Wellbeing focus

Competitive salary & benefits

Charitable involvement

Zusammenfassung

Chadwick Nott is seeking a Court of Protection Solicitor in Cardiff to manage a varied caseload focused on Property and Affairs matters within a leading specialist team. You will work closely with clients, families, case managers and care professionals to safeguard clients' best interests and deliver compassionate, high-quality legal guidance.

You will join a market-leading firm with a national reputation for Court of Protection, serious injury and private client work, offering flexible hybrid

Qualifikationen

• Experience handling Court of Protection Property and Financial Affairs matters and managing own caseload.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Compassionate and empathetic approach when supporting vulnerable clients.

Aufgaben

• Manage own caseload of Court of Protection Property & Affairs matters, including deputyships and personal injury trusts.
• Work with clients, families, case managers and care providers to prioritise clients' best interests.
• Provide clear, sensitive guidance to vulnerable clients and their networks.
• Build long-term client relationships and develop expertise in Court of Protection work.

Kenntnisse

Court of Protection experience

Deputyship management

Client communication

Time management

Empathy and compassion

Ausbildung

Solicitor qualification

Jobbeschreibung

Court of Protection Solicitor - Cardiff

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Court of Protection Solicitor to join one of the UK's leading specialist Court of Protection teams. Part of a nationally recognised, Legal 500-ranked full-service law firm, this award-winning department is widely respected for its expertise in supporting vulnerable adults and children, particularly those who have suffered life-changing injuries.

The team acts for hundreds of deputyship and personal injury trust clients across England and Wales, managing complex financial affairs and helping clients, families and support networks navigate important decisions with sensitivity and care.

You'll be responsible for managing your own caseload of Court of Protection Property and Affairs matters, typically spanning deputyships, personal injury trusts and wider financial management issues. Working closely with clients, families, case managers, care providers and other professionals, you'll play a key role in ensuring clients' best interests remain at the centre of every decision.

This is a rewarding position for a lawyer who enjoys building long-term client relationships and making a genuine difference to the lives of vulnerable individuals.

Candidate Requirements

Applications are welcomed from Solicitors with experience handling Court of Protection Property and Financial Affairs matters and managing their own caseload.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience managing deputyship and Property & Financial Affairs Court of Protection files
• A solid understanding of deputy responsibilities and Court of Protection processes
• The ability to confidently manage a varied caseload of complex matters
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A compassionate and empathetic approach when supporting vulnerable clients and their families
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• A commitment to delivering exceptional levels of client care

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to join a highly regarded national law firm with a strong reputation for Court of Protection, serious injury and private client work. Recognised in the Legal 500 and consistently ranked amongst the UK's leading firms, it has built a reputation for handling complex and often life-changing matters with expertise, compassion and care. You'll become part of one of the country's largest and most established Court of Protection teams, gaining exposure to high-quality work while working alongside experienced specialists in a collaborative and supportive environment. The firm is committed to helping its people develop long-term careers, offering genuine opportunities for progression, ongoing learning and the chance to build expertise in a highly rewarding area of practice. Alongside excellent quality work, the firm promotes a flexible and people-focused culture where wellbeing, professional development and community involvement are genuinely valued. Employees are encouraged to contribute to charitable initiatives, develop their careers at their own pace and maintain a healthy balance between personal and professional commitments. In return, you'll benefit from:

• Access to complex and rewarding Court of Protection work
• The opportunity to work alongside recognised experts in the field
• Clear career progression opportunities
• A flexible and hybrid working environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Strong investment in employee wellbeing
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

This is an excellent opportunity for a Court of Protection Solicitor looking to join a market-leading team where they can undertake meaningful work, build lasting client relationships and develop their career within a supportive and forward-thinking firm.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929

(m) 07435 943574

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*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*