Court of Protection Solicitor

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 that salary will depend on the level of experience. I am open to Solicitors with experience between 3-10 PQE.