At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage property and financial affairs, support on health matters, and supervise junior Paralegals.
- Company: Highly regarded Birmingham firm with a nationally recognised Court of Protection team.
- Benefits: Market-leading work, excellent career progression, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging applications from all qualified candidates.
- Why this job: Join an expanding team and make a real difference in clients' lives.
- Qualifications: PQE 4-10+ in Court of Protection law and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
Excellent opportunity for a Senior Court of Protection Solicitor to join a highly regarded Birmingham firm. Their Court of Protection team is recognised nationally and is well known for the excellent quality of their work. You will work on a full spectrum of Court of Protection matters alongside a highly ranked Partner, dealing with property and finances for a wide variety of clients. The role offers real autonomy, exposure to excellent quality instructions, and the chance to play a key part in the team’s continued success.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage property & financial affairs deputyship applications
- Support on complex health & welfare matters
- Act for professional deputies in day‑to‑day financial management (e.g. property sales, budgeting, liaising with banks and benefits agencies)
- Assist with statutory will applications, small gifts, and investigations into financial abuse
- Maintain regular contact with clients, families, social workers, and the Office of the Public Guardian
- Supervise junior Paralegals and support their development
This position offers market‑leading work and the chance to join an expanding team, with excellent prospects for career progression and development. Excellent communication skills are essential as you will be working directly with individuals, their family and support networks.
At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network to achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or any other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace.
Court of Protection Solicitor in Birmingham employer: Chadwick Nott - East and West Midlands, NHC & East Anglia
Chadwick Nott is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With a strong focus on quality legal work in the Court of Protection sector, employees benefit from autonomy, exposure to high-profile cases, and the opportunity to mentor junior staff, all within the vibrant cities of Birmingham or Milton Keynes. Join a team that values diversity and provides excellent career progression opportunities in a supportive environment.
Contact Details:
Chadwick Nott - East and West Midlands, NHC & East Anglia Recruitment Team
