Court of Protection Solicitor

Simpson Millar Solicitors; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson Millar Solicitors is seeking a talented Solicitor to join our London Court of Protection team, specialising in Health and Welfare matters. The role involves delivering high-quality advice and compassionate representation to vulnerable clients.

The ideal candidate will be admitted in England & Wales with a current practising certificate or be a Chartered Legal Executive, with proven Court of Protection experience and strong advocacy skills. Rolling applications welcome.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor admitted in England & Wales with current practising certificate or Chartered Legal Executive.
• Experience in Court of Protection, Mental Health, Community Care, Public Law, or Family Law.
• Experience managing own caseload.
• Strong understanding of Court of Protection legislation, procedures and documentation.
• Excellent advocacy and communication skills; ability to explain complex matters to vulnerable clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of Health & Welfare matters with high-quality advice and representation.
• Maintain accurate case records, diaries and deadlines per firm procedures.
• Utilise case management systems, legal databases and MS Office effectively.
• Apply knowledge of relevant forms, processes and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with firm policies, standards, and Legal Aid Agency requirements.
• Adhere to regulatory obligations including SRA standards and AML/Data Protection laws.
• Contribute to department and firm growth, including BD activities and events.
• Foster strong internal and external relationships to support collaboration.

Skills

Legal research

Court of Protection experience

Advocacy skills

Client-facing communication

Time management

Education

Solicitor qualified in England and Wales

Chartered Legal Executive

Tools

Case management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are looking for a talented Solicitor to join our London-based Court of Protection team, specialising in Health and Welfare matters. This is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of vulnerable clients by providing expert, compassionate, and client-focused legal representation within a highly regarded team.

Our Court of Protection team supports vulnerable clients with mental impairments and their families to navigate issues or disputes relating to their health and welfare, including care arrangements, living arrangements, medical treatment, and contact with family members.

This is a rewarding area of law that combines legal analysis with direct client interaction, advocacy, and multidisciplinary working to protect the rights and welfare of vulnerable individuals.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of Health & Welfare matters, delivering high-quality legal advice and representation.
• Maintaining accurate case records, diaries, and key deadlines in line with firm procedures.
• Utilising case management systems, legal databases, and Microsoft Office applications effectively.
• Applying detailed knowledge of relevant legal forms, processes, and procedures.
• Ensuring compliance with firm policies, professional standards, and Legal Aid Agency requirements.
• Adhering to all regulatory obligations, including SRA standards, Anti-Money Laundering regulations, and Data Protection legislation.
• Contributing to the ongoing development and success of the department and wider firm.
• Supporting the business development activities through networking, marketing initiatives, articles, training delivery, and attendance at events.
• Building and maintaining strong working relationships with colleagues across the firm to promote collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Developing and strengthening partnerships with external organisations, advocacy groups, and key stakeholders.
• Playing an active role in enhancing the department's profile, reputation, and growth.

Key Requirements

The ideal candidate will:

• Be a qualified Solicitor admitted in England and Wales with a current practising certificate or a Chartered Legal Executive
• Have experience in Court of Protection, Mental Health, Community Care, Public Law, or Family Law
• Have a demonstrated experience managing your own caseload
• Have a strong understanding of relevant Court of Protection legislation, procedures, protocols, and documentation.
• Have strong advocacy skills
• Have excellent knowledge of legal aid procedures
• Have experience attending court or client meetings
• Have excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal matters clearly, concisely, and sensitively to vulnerable clients and their families
• Have a demonstrated ability to achieve billing and time recording targets appropriate to your level of experience.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Simpson Millar is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunity to succeed. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues can be themselves, thrive, and reach their full potential. We believe that diversity of thought, experience, and perspective makes us stronger and helps us better serve our clients, colleagues, and communities.

Please note that we recruit on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to assess applications and make an appointment before the advertised closing date, therefore early applications are encouraged.