Solicitor Court of Protection

LR Legal Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Court of Protection Solicitor in London, offering a competitive salary of £65K. This role involves working with vulnerable individuals on complex legal matters, including property and financial management under the Mental Capacity Act. Candidates should have significant experience in advising clients and managing applications to the Court of Protection, alongside a passion for making a positive impact on clients' lives.

Qualifications

• Must have experience advising clients on mental capacity issues.
• Experience preparing applications to the Court of Protection is essential.
• Ability to manage clients’ property and financial affairs.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on mental capacity issues and the Court of Protection process.
• Manage applications for deputyship appointments and statutory wills.
• Support clients in managing financial affairs.

Skills

Advising on mental capacity issues

Application management to the Court of Protection

Handling client property and financial affairs

Education

Qualifications as a solicitor

Job description

Job Description

Court of Protection Solicitor - London - £65K

My client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Court of Protection Solicitor to join a highly regarded team. Recognised by Chambers and Legal 500, the team specialises in handling complex Court of Protection cases, often involving vulnerable individuals. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of challenging matters, including property, financial affairs, and health and welfare decisions under the Mental Capacity Act 2005. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of clients and their families, I encourage you to apply.

About the Role

As a Court of Protection Solicitor, your key responsibilities will include :

Responsibilities

• Advising clients, families, and carers on mental capacity issues and the Court of Protection process.
• Preparing and managing applications to the Court of Protection, including deputyship appointments, statutory wills, and complex financial or health-related decisions.
• Acting as a professional deputy or supporting lay deputies in managing clients’ property and financial affairs.

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