Court of Protection Solicitor

Court of Protection Solicitor 2+ PQE | Top 200, L500 & HNW Chambers ranked firm | London, City

The Firm:

This Top 200 ranked London practice is known for its specialist Court of Protection work and long-standing commitment to supporting vulnerable individuals.

Its Court of Protection team is trusted to manage complex matters involving property, financial affairs, and health and welfare decisions - often for clients with significant personal injury or clinical negligence awards.

The Role

You will join a respected Court of Protection team acting on a broad range of complex, sensitive, and high-value matters.

Work will span:

• Advising clients, families and carers on mental capacity and Court of Protection processes
• Preparing deputyship, statutory will and complex financial or welfare applications
• Acting as (or supporting) deputies in managing property and financial affairs
• Managing cases involving brain-injured and vulnerable clients, trust administration and tax/account management
• Handling disputes around capacity, deputyship and best-interest decisions
• Drafting LPAs and guiding clients through registration and practical use
• Liaising with multidisciplinary professionals to secure the client's best interests
• Providing internal and external training on developments in the field
• You'll take ownership of a varied caseload while working within a supportive team structure that encourages autonomy and ongoing development.

Why This Role?

• Work at the forefront of COP practice - exposure to complex, high-value matters recognised across the sector.
• Shape your career - the team offers clear progression, genuine mentorship and opportunities to develop specialist expertise.
• Meaningful impact - play a direct role in protecting vulnerable clients, often at pivotal moments in their lives
• Supportive environment - join a culture that values balance, development and collaborative working.
• Strong professional profile - work with a team recognised by major legal directories, enhancing long-term career credibility.

The Candidate & Benefits:

• Qualified Solicitor with 2+ years' PQE in Court of Protection work
• Strong understanding of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and practical application
• Confident managing a busy caseload independently
• Excellent communication and client-care skills, especially around sensitive family dynamics
• Organised, proactive and able to handle urgent or complex matters
• Comfortable with financial management and detailed analysis
• Experience in similar specialist teams and a commitment to ongoing professional development is desirable
• Competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• Life insurance and income protection
• Contributory pension
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Reduced gym membership and discount scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Additional leave over Christmas

Apply for immediate consideration.