Join Our Court of Protection Team - NQ to 2 yrs PQE Solicitor or an Experienced Paralegal

Slater Heelis; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A full-service law firm in Manchester is seeking a solicitor for their Court of Protection team. You will assist in managing property and financial affairs for vulnerable clients, prepare legal documents, and provide empathetic support. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in mental capacity law and excellent communication skills. This role offers hybrid working and extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Hybrid Working

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or experienced paralegal with a successful caseload.
• Strong interest in working with vulnerable clients.
• Ability to manage time and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support in preparing deputyship applications.
• Assist with property and financial casework.
• Draft legal documents and liaise with clients.

Skills

Mental capacity law interest

Excellent communication skills

Empathy and professionalism

Time management

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Qualified solicitor or experienced paralegal

Post-qualification experience up to 2 years

Tools

Legal case management systems

Job description

Overview

This is a unique opportunity to specialise in a deeply rewarding area of law, supporting individuals who lack capacity to manage their property and financial affairs. You'll work closely with experienced colleagues and benefit from tailored training and development.

Responsibilities

• Support colleagues in preparing and submitting deputyship applications to the Court of Protection.
• Assist with casework involving property and financial affairs, statutory wills and trusts.
• Draft legal documents including witness statements, applications and correspondence.
• Liaise with clients, families and professionals such as social workers, medical experts and financial advisors.
• Attend client meetings (in-office or off-site) and take detailed notes.
• Maintain accurate case records using the firm's case management system.
• Stay updated on relevant legislation and case law.
• Participate in training and development opportunities to build expertise in Court of Protection work.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and holiday purchase
• Additional day off for birthday or wellbeing
• Private Medical Insurance
• Healthcare cash plan
• 4% Pension contributions
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Hybrid Working
• Access to flexible benefits portal

Requirements

• Qualified solicitor, or an experienced paralegal who has previously carried a caseload (or equivalent legal professional) with up to 2 years\' post-qualification experience to join our respected Court of Protection team.
• Strong interest in mental capacity law and vulnerable client work
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of empathy and professionalism
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
• Desirable: Previous experience in Court of Protection or Private Client work, or seat within private client or family law with a view to re-training into COP, or experience working with vulnerable individuals or in a care setting

About Slater Heelis

At Slater Heelis, we don't just practice law - we shape it with purpose, empathy, and excellence. Based in Manchester, we're a full-service firm with a proud heritage and a reputation for putting clients first. In May 2024, we joined the Lawfront Group, a national partnership committed to investing in people, technology, and collaboration across its regional firms.