Court of Protection Solicitor/Legal Executive | 3PQE+ | Newton Abbot | Client-Focused | Progression

QED Legal; Newton Abbot; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the South West is seeking a Court of Protection Solicitor to join their Newton Abbot office. This full-time role involves managing complex cases, including Deputyship applications and financial management under the Mental Capacity Act. A clear affinity for vulnerable clients and excellent organisational skills are essential. The firm offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, generous holiday allowance, and a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible working options

Management training and support

Qualifications

• Clear experience in Court of Protection work.
• Affiliation with STEP or ACTAPS is advantageous.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload with compassion.

Responsibilities

• Handle Deputyship applications and financial management.
• Advise on property sales through the Court.
• Liaise with care teams, social workers, and family members.

Skills

Experience in Court of Protection work

Excellent organisational skills

Compassion and professionalism

Education

3+ years' PQE or equivalent

Job description

Court of Protection Solicitor/Legal Executive | 3PQE+ | Newton Abbot | Client-Focused | Progression & Flexibility

If you’re a private client lawyer with a genuine interest in Court of Protection work and the desire to take on meaningful, complex cases, this could be your next move.

I’m working with one of the South West’s leading law firms, known for their deep community roots and expansive regional presence, looking for a Court of Protection specialist to join their Newton Abbot office. With a full-service private client offering and a growing demand in this niche area, the team is looking to expand further with someone who can confidently manage their own caseload while working closely with families, vulnerable individuals, and professionals.

This is a full-time role where you’ll handle a varied workload that includes Deputyship applications, Statutory Wills, gift applications, and the ongoing financial management of clients’ affairs under the Mental Capacity Act. You’ll liaise regularly with care teams, social workers, psychologists, and family members—playing a critical role in protecting clients from financial abuse and helping them maintain dignity and security. You’ll also be advising on property sales and purchases through the Court, benefit and care funding issues, and tax implications.

Ideally, you’ll have 3+ years' PQE (or equivalent) with clear experience in Court of Protection work. STEP or ACTAPS membership would be an advantage, but not essential. What’s more important is a clear affinity for working with vulnerable clients, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to manage a busy caseload with compassion and professionalism.

You’ll be part of a wider, supportive private client team that works collaboratively across several offices in the region. The firm encourages task-sharing to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness for clients, and there's a strong emphasis on personal development; including access to management training and support with progression. For the right person, there’s scope to grow your profile in the team, build external networks, and move into leadership down the line.

You’ll need access to transport, as travel to other offices or to meet clients in person will occasionally be required. In return, you’ll receive a competitive salary, flexible working options, generous holiday allowance, and an excellent benefits package focused on work-life balance and wellbeing.

If you’d like to find out more, send your CV to [e-mail] or call 07300 236070 for a confidential chat about this role or similar private client opportunities across the South West.