Senior Court of Protection Solicitor

Chadwick Nott - South East and Thames Valley; England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Court of Protection Solicitor in Surrey. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of PQE and manage a complex caseload while providing advice to vulnerable clients. This role offers competitive remuneration and professional development opportunities, emphasizing a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• 6+ years PQE in Court of Protection and mental capacity work.
• Experience managing sensitive cases and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex Court of Protection caseload.
• Provide strategic advice to vulnerable clients.
• Liaise with multi‑disciplinary professionals.

Skills

Case management

Advocacy

Drafting

Communication

Client care

Technology proficiency

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Job title: Senior Court of Protection Solicitor

Location: Surrey

Salary: £65,000-£80,000

PQE Level: 6+ PQE

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full-time

The role

• Manage a complex Court of Protection caseload including deputyship applications, property and financial affairs matters, clients lacking capacity, statutory reporting, and contested applications.


• Provide strategic, empathetic advice to vulnerable clients and their families; draft pleadings and statutory documents.


• Liaise with multi‑disciplinary professionals and supervise junior colleagues.

About you

• Qualified solicitor with 6+ years PQE in Court of Protection and mental capacity work.


• Proven case management and advocacy experience.


• Excellent drafting, communication and client‑care skills.


• Comfortable working to deadlines, handling sensitive matters, and developing referral sources.


• Confident with technology and new systems.

What's on offer

• A collaborative, supportive team.


• Varied, high‑quality work; opportunities for professional development and to influence practice growth.


• Competitive remuneration and flexible working arrangements.

For more information on this role or other opportunities within Surrey or the South East, please get in touch with Liam Andrews at Chadwick Nott.

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At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.