Senior Court of Protection Lawyer

Origin Legal; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Supportive work culture

Opportunities for career progression

Job summary

A regional law firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Court of Protection Lawyer to manage complex cases involving property, financial affairs, and welfare matters. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 years of PQE and a commitment to high-quality client care. This role offers a supportive culture that values autonomy and the opportunity for senior lawyers to shape their practice's future.

Qualifications

• 6+ years PQE in Court of Protection law.
• Strong judgment and empathy.
• Experience with families, clinicians, and local authorities.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex Court of Protection matters.
• Manage property and financial affairs.
• Lead teams and contribute to development.

Skills

Senior Associate or Partner level competence

Financial management and property affairs

Ability to communicate clearly with vulnerable clients

Job description

Senior Court of Protection Lawyer – Suffolk

4 YRS PQE , 5 YRS PQE , 6 YRS PQE , 7 YRS PQE , 8 YRS PQE , 9+ YRS PQE

I am working with a long established regional law firm as they look to strengthen their Court of Protection team with a Senior Associate or Partner level lawyer based in Suffolk. With more than 200 staff and an expanding presence across the region, the firm is known for its thoughtful approach to client care, its consistent growth, and a culture where senior lawyers are trusted to lead, influence and shape the direction of their work.

This position offers the opportunity to handle complex and sensitive Court of Protection matters while taking a visible and influential role within a well structured and well supported team. Leadership is collaborative, accessible and committed to helping senior lawyers progress.

Role

You will join a stable and established Court of Protection practice with a steady stream of instructions that span

• property and financial affairs
• health and welfare matters
• deputyship work
• capacity issues
• safeguarding concerns
• cross agency and multi disciplinary involvement

There is no requirement to build a caseload from scratch. You will take ownership of a varied and meaningful portfolio of work from the outset, supported by colleagues who prioritise quality, balance and thoughtful case management.

About You

• financial management and property affairs
• best interest applications
• contested capacity issues
• serious medical and welfare decisions
• work involving families, clinicians, experts and local authorities

You will bring sound judgment, empathy, and the ability to communicate clearly with vulnerable clients and their networks. You will value a calm, organised environment and take satisfaction in work that has a tangible and positive impact.

What We Look For

• Senior Associate or Partner level Court of Protection specialist with approximately six years PQE or more
• enjoys autonomy and responsibility
• contributes confidently to team development
• values transparency around progression
• is motivated by high quality client care
• appreciates a supportive and well led environment

The firm offers hybrid working, flexibility and a culture that encourages long term success without unnecessary pressure. Senior lawyers join and stay because they are trusted, heard and given meaningful opportunities to shape the future of the practice.