Reference: 6555Who We Are As one of the UK's leading law firms, we're here for the people and businesses who rely on us at life's important moments - made possible by our colleagues who bring the expertise, judgement and care that makes the difference. Everyone's path here is different, but we share a desire to help our business make a real impact. Your Role and What You'll Be DoingOur Public Law & Human Rights team specialises in mental capacity, deprivation of liberty, and health & welfare disputes in the Court of Protection, acting for vulnerable adults and their families. The department is consistently recognised in national legal directories for its expertise in health and welfare work before the Court of Protection. We are seeking a Solicitor to join our Birmingham office and support the team with a dedicated Court of Protection Health & Welfare caseload, which may include: Section 21A challenges to deprivation of libertyBest interests applications relating to residence, care, contact, and medical treatmentCapacity disputesSafeguarding and risk-related mattersSupporting vulnerable clients with complex needsThis is an excellent opportunity to work on high-quality, meaningful cases alongside experienced specialists in the field and develop your expertise within a nationally recognised team. About YouAbout YouQualified Solicitor with between NQ and 4 years' PQECourt of Protection Health & Welfare mattersMental Capacity Act and deprivation of liberty issuesWorking with vulnerable adults and their support networksManaging sensitive and complex cases with empathy and professionalismAdvocacy experience or a willingness to develop advocacy skillsBuilding and maintaining strong relationships with clients, families, experts and other professionalsWe welcome applications from individuals who are passionate about protecting the rights of vulnerable people and committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality client care. Our Approach to Reward and Wellbeing25 days' holiday as standard, rising to 28 days depending on role level, plus bank holidays and the option to purchase additional leave. Opportunities to share in our success through annual pay and bonus review processes for eligible colleagues. Health and wellbeing support, including Westfield Health and Digital GP access. Competitive pension arrangements to help you plan for the future. Access to a range of colleague discounts and lifestyle benefits to support you both inside and outside of work. In 2026, Irwin Mitchell was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work guide and was the only law firm included in the 'Very Big' organisation categoryOur responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We're committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim. Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono. comArtificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming an increasingly common part of modern working life. We carry out pre employment screening to establish your eligibility to work in the UK, and understand any criminal records or adverse financial history. Our onboarding processes are designed to help us maintain the high standards of trust, integrity and professionalism expected by our colleagues, to protect the interests of the Group, clients, partners and other stakeholders. Checks are conducted by trusted 3rd parties and the employment screening process will fully comply with Data Protection and other applicable laws. Sub-Department: Public Law/Human Rights Sub-Division: Court of Protection & Public Law/Human Rights Company: IM LLP Vacancy Type: Permanent :Birmingham Salary: Competitive
Data Protection Lawyer - Hybrid in Birmingham employer: Irwin Mitchell
Irwin Mitchell is an exceptional employer, renowned for its commitment to employee well-being and professional growth. With a supportive work culture that values diversity and inclusion, employees enjoy generous benefits such as 25 days of holiday, health and wellbeing support, and opportunities for community involvement. Located in Sheffield, the firm fosters a collaborative environment where colleagues can thrive and make a meaningful impact in their roles.
