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Court of Protection Solicitor – Legal 500 Firm – Manchester/Cheshire
About the Firm
Join a highly regarded Legal 500 firm with a long-standing reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality legal support. With a growing client base across the North West, this firm is expanding its Court of Protection team and offers a supportive, flexible and forward-thinking environment.
The Role
As a Court of Protection Solicitor, you will manage a varied and rewarding caseload of matters involving vulnerable individuals, complex mental capacity issues and deputyship applications. This is an opportunity to work alongside nationally recognised specialists in a highly respected private client division.
Key Responsibilities:
- Handling health & welfare and property & affairs applications
- Advising on deputyships, statutory wills, LPAs and best interests decisions
- Representing clients at the Court of Protection and liaising with medical experts
- Working with high net worth and vulnerable clients with sensitivity and professionalism
- Supporting junior team members (if appropriate) and contributing to team development
Requirements:
- Qualified Solicitor with 2+ years’ PQE (Court of Protection experience essential)
- Strong understanding of the Mental Capacity Act 2005
- Ability to manage complex and emotionally sensitive matters
- Law Society Mental Capacity Accreditation desirable (not essential)
- Excellent communication, empathy and attention to detail
- A team player who thrives in a collaborative, high-performing legal environment
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Hybrid/flexible working options
- Clear progression pathway within a Legal 500 team
- High-quality work and exposure to complex, meaningful matters
- Support with continued professional development (e.g. panel membership)
Ready to make a real difference in vulnerable clients’ lives?
Apply now or reach out in confidence for more information.
 Please note, salary will depend on the level of experience. I am open to Solicitors with experience between 3-10 PQE.
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