Solicitor

Hudgell Solicitors; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudgell Solicitors is seeking a Solicitor with 1-4 years’ PQE for their Private Client/Court of Protection Department in Manchester. The role involves managing a diverse caseload, client interactions, and collaboration with legal teams. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of legal frameworks and a commitment to delivering exceptional client service. This firm offers opportunities for career development within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in Court of Protection matters.
• Understanding of the Mental Capacity Act and related rules.
• Commitment to client care and developing legal knowledge in this area.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of High Value Property and Affairs deputyships.
• Conduct out-of-office client visits.
• Support the Clinical Negligence team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

LLB or equivalent legal qualification

Job description

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Solicitor (1-4 years’ PQE) – Private Client/Court of Protection

About Us

Hudgell Solicitors has been fiercely committed to doing the right thing and to Righting Wrongs for more than 25 years.

We believe that justice is for everyone, and that the very best representation should be available to all who need it. That is why we: fight for our clients, stand up for the vulnerable, and give a voice to those seeking justice.

Our firm is award-winning and highly acclaimed, recognised as one of the UK’s Best 250 law firms by The Times for five consecutive years.

What you will be doing

We are looking for a legal professional with at least 1 years’ experience of dealing with property and affairs Court of Protection matters to join our growing Court of Protection Department based in our Manchester Office.

In this role, every day will be a unique and exciting challenge that will include:

• Assisting Deputy to manage a national caseload of High Value Property and Affairs deputyships and trust matters working with brain injured vulnerable children and adults.
• Managing a caseload of smaller cases and building a private client caseload.
• Out of office visits to clients and their families.
• Working alongside and supporting the Clinical Negligence team.
• Assisting in marketing and developing the COP team
• Visit our client stories page to see the cases you’ll be working on.

What you will need

In the role you will need:

• Understanding of the Mental Capacity Act, Mental Capacity Code of Practice and the Court of Protection Rules.
• Excellent attention to details and ability to solve problems creatively.
• A passion for working in this area of law and a commitment to helping families rebuild their lives post injury.
• Commitment to delivering excellent client care/service.

It is desired that you have:

• STEP qualification or an interest in undertaking qualification.
• A drive to develop your career in this area as there are good progression prospects for the right candidate
• Understanding of welfare benefits

Experienced private client solicitors with a background in probate and trust management looking to specialise in this area will be considered.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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