Solicitor - Court Of Protection

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented individual to join their Court of Protection team. This role involves drafting applications for deputies, managing client negotiations, and producing complex legal documents. The firm prides itself on providing world-class legal services and offers a supportive environment for professional development. With a commitment to client service and a range of innovative benefits, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to advance their legal careers in a dynamic setting. Join a team that values excellence and integrity in the pursuit of justice.

Benefits

Hybrid working

25 days holiday allowance

Employee Referral scheme

Health and Wellbeing Programmes

Life Assurance cover

Free legal help

Discounted legal services

Qualifications

• Experience in Court of Protection and drafting applications for deputies.
• Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft applications for property and affairs deputies and statutory wills.
• Produce complex documents, briefs, and lead client meetings.

Skills

Court of Protection experience

Drafting applications

Knowledge of Mental Capacity Act 2005

Client negotiation skills

Education

Law degree or equivalent

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Client:

Slater Gordon

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

23c15cf2f50a

Job Views:

6

Posted:

16.04.2025

Expiry Date:

31.05.2025

Job Description:

We are currently recruiting for a talented individual to join our first class, Court of Protection team.

We are seeking those with experience within Court of Protection, drafting applications for the appointment of deputies for property and affairs, whilst also working on statutory will applications, gift and care applications along with annual OPG accounts. We would also welcome applications from those with knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and have dealt with the purchase of properties.

There is also the opportunity to delegate to paralegals and support staff, along with participating in marketing opportunities and contributing to blogs and media commentary. Other aspects of the role would include producing complex documents, briefs, and witness statements, along with leading client meetings and managing negotiations.

Who are we?

Slater and Gordon are a leading consumer law firm, and our mission is to give people easier access to world-class legal services. We are a legal services business powered by technology and led by people that support customers in every step of their case.

Client service is at the heart of Slater and Gordon and we take pride in the impressive headlines we generate, demonstrating our range of work and the relentless pursuit of justice by our Solicitors.

Our core and voluntary Benefits:

• Hybrid working – 2 days per week working in the office (must live a reasonable distance to commute to the office)
• 35 hours per week – Monday to Friday – Flexible and agile working environment
• 25 days holiday allowance plus bank holidays
• Buy and sell annual leave up to 5 days
• Employee Referral scheme with payments up to £2000 per referral
• Aviva Digicare+ Workplace App providing you with services including annual health checks, access to Digital GP’s, mental health consultations, 2nd medical opinions and much more
• Employee Assistance Programme where you can access free webinars for stress awareness and counselling sessions
• Group Income Protection which will support you with an income if you are unable to work long term, as a result of an illness or injury
• Health and Wellbeing Programmes and apps including gym discounts, private medical insurance, cycle to work scheme, meditation sessions and much more
• Life Assurance cover
• Benefits Hub providing discounts to over 700 services including cinema tickets, food and drink, travel, and high street stores
• Free legal help and discounted lawyer-led legal services

Your Professional Development

We will also support and encourage you with developing your career with an award-winning law firm. We run courses across our offices and are continuously monitoring and updating the learning and development offering based on what you tell us. We can support you with your continuous professional development by providing funding for professional qualifications, attending external training courses, and providing you with a range of internal learning resources.