Locum COP & PI Trusts Solicitor

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; Leighton Buzzard; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Court of Protection and Trusts Solicitor for a locum opportunity in a thriving department. This role offers a flexible working setup, allowing you to choose between remote, hybrid, or in-office arrangements. You will join a supportive team dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable clients. The position involves managing a rewarding caseload that includes deputyship applications, complex trusts, and statutory wills. If you are passionate about impactful legal work and enjoy a collaborative environment, this could be the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Flexible working setup

Great infrastructure and admin support

Collaborative team culture

Competitive hourly rate

Qualifications

• Solid experience in Court of Protection and Trusts required.
• Ability to manage files independently and hit the ground running.

Responsibilities

• Handle a diverse caseload including deputyship applications and ongoing COP management.
• Work on complex trusts and statutory wills.

Skills

Court of Protection

Trusts

File Management

Education

Solicitor or Legal Executive qualification

Job description

Locum Solicitor – Court of Protection & Trusts

Join a brilliant team in a thriving department with real flexibility

Are you an experienced Court of Protection and Trusts Solicitor looking for your next locum opportunity? We’re working with a highly respected legal team who are seeking a confident, capable solicitor to step into a busy, fast-paced department handling a diverse and rewarding caseload.

You’ll be joining an amazing, supportive team who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable clients. The work is meaningful and varied - covering everything from deputyship applications and ongoing COP management to complex trusts and statutory wills.

What’s on offer:

1. A flexible working setup - remote, hybrid, or in-office depending on your preference
2. A busy and well-established department with great infrastructure and admin support
3. A collaborative and welcoming team culture
4. Competitive hourly rate and manageable workload

Who we’re looking for:

1. A solicitor or Legal Executive with solid experience in Court of Protection and Trusts
2. Someone who can hit the ground running and manage files independently
3. Available to start ASAP

If you’re looking for flexibility, great people, and the chance to do work that truly matters - this could be the perfect role for you.

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