Senior Court of Protection Solicitor

Realm Recruit; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationally respected law firm in Leeds is looking for a Court of Protection Solicitor to lead their team. This role includes managing complex high-value cases and mentoring junior lawyers. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of PQE and proven experience in deputyship and trustee matters. The firm offers a competitive salary, a pathway to Partner, hybrid working, and a supportive culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus up to 20% at Partner level

35 days holiday

Healthcare plan

Life assurance

Qualifications

• 2+ PQE Court of Protection Solicitor or Legal Executive.
• Proven experience with deputyship/trustee matters.
• Exposure to high-value work or serious injury litigation.

Responsibilities

• Run your own caseload of complex Deputyship and Trustee matters.
• Oversee and delegate work to junior fee earners.
• Lead BD efforts with marketing support.

Skills

Court of Protection expertise

Team leadership

High-value litigation exposure

Strategic thinking

Education

2+ PQE

Job description

• Lead and shape the Court of Protection team in Leeds
• Handle complex high-value cases with autonomy and support
• Clear path to Partner + bonus of up to 20%

This is a brilliant opportunity for a Court of Protection Solicitor who’s hungry to take the reins and step into a key leadership role within a nationally respected firm.

Whether you’re a Grade B or experienced Grade C fee earner with solid high-value litigation exposure (think serious injury, burns or birth injury), or already operating at Partner level, you’ll have the chance to own the Leeds Court of Protection offering, guide junior lawyers, and access the firm’s generous growth budget and marketing support to take things to the next level.

Who we’re looking for

• 2+ PQE Court of Protection Solicitor or Legal Executive
• Proven experience with deputyship/trustee matters
• Exposure to high-value work or serious injury litigation
• Previous team leadership experience
• Ability to work autonomously and mentor junior team members
• Strategic and commercially aware with an interest in BD

What you’ll be doing

• Run your own caseload of complex Deputyship and Trustee matters (pre- and post-settlement)
• Oversee and delegate work to junior fee earners
• Help grow the team and develop a clear local strategy for Court of Protection work
• Attend clients in care settings, hospitals, and at home
• Lead BD efforts with marketing support and budget to match
• Input into wider firm leadership and innovation
• Work alongside highly respected partners across offices

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: Competitive, DOE (Partner or future Partner level)
• Bonus: Up to 14%, and up to 20% at Partner level
• Holiday: 35 days including bank holidays + 3 optional buyable days
• Long service holiday increases (3 extra days after 5th, 7th, and 9th year)
• Hybrid working: 3 days from home
• Healthcare: Medicash plan for optical, dental, physio
• Life assurance + enhanced sick pay
• Tech: Excellent systems and support for remote working
• Recognition: Monthly awards, social events, and a supportive culture
• Progression: Clear and realistic pathway to Partner, with active succession planning

Contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood

Call 03300 245 606 or [e-mail] find out more or apply confidentially.