Inquests Solicitor

William James Recruitment; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Sick and family leave

Dental insurance

Gym membership

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking an Inquests Solicitor in Leeds with 1+ years of PQE to handle a varied inquest and Court of Protection caseload for healthcare and public sector clients.

You will develop advocacy skills, contribute to client training, and work within a collaborative team that values professional development and career progression.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with 1+ years' PQE.
• Experience in inquests and/or Court of Protection work.
• Advocacy and case management experience.
• Experience in healthcare, social care or public sector law advantageous.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to explain complex legal issues clearly.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Commercially aware with a client‑focused approach.
• Proficient with legal technology and case management systems.
• Proactive in developing legal expertise and career.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of inquest and Court of Protection matters with appropriate supervision.
• Act primarily for healthcare and public sector clients; collaborate with broader health and social care teams.
• Undertake advocacy at inquests and hearings where appropriate.
• Assist with Court of Protection matters, including health and welfare cases.
• Provide support on wider healthcare and social care matters, including safeguarding and capacity issues.
• Draft legal advice, correspondence and case documents; attend client meetings and conferences.
• Delegate and supervise work by junior colleagues as appropriate.
• Contribute to client training, seminars and business development.

Skills

Inquests

Court of Protection

Advocacy

Healthcare law

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Inquests Solicitor – Leeds – Up to £75,000

A well-established UK law firm is looking to recruit an Inquests Solicitor to join its specialist healthcare team in Leeds.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Inquests Solicitor with 1+ years' PQE to work on a varied caseload of inquest and Court of Protection matters for clients across the healthcare and public sectors.

The role offers exposure to complex and sensitive cases, opportunities to develop advocacy skills and the chance to broaden your experience across healthcare and social care law. You will join a collaborative team with a strong focus on client service, professional development and career progression.

The Role:

• Manage a caseload of inquest and Court of Protection matters with appropriate supervision
• Act primarily for healthcare and public sector clients, with opportunities to work with organisations across the wider health and social care sector
• Undertake advocacy at inquests and other hearings where appropriate
• Assist with Court of Protection matters, including health and welfare cases
• Provide support on wider healthcare and social care matters, including mental health, safeguarding, capacity and welfare issues
• Draft legal advice, correspondence, statements and other case documentation
• Attend client meetings and conferences and assist with preparation for hearings
• Delegate and supervise work undertaken by junior colleagues where appropriate
• Contribute to client training, seminars and business development activities
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Ensure matters are managed effectively and in line with agreed deadlines and client requirements

About You:

• A Qualified Solicitor with 1+ years' PQE
• Previous experience in inquests and/or Court of Protection work
• Advocacy and case management experience
• Experience within healthcare, social care or public sector law would be advantageous
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Commercially aware with a strong client-focused approach
• Confident using legal technology and case management systems
• A proactive approach to developing your legal expertise and career

The Benefits:

• Salary up to £75,000 depending on experience
• 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Enhanced sick and family leave
• Dental and travel insurance options
• Cycle to work and gym membership schemes
• Travel loan options
• Training, development and career progression