At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise and represent individuals on health and welfare decisions.
- Company: Reputable law firm in Newcastle with a focus on social impact.
- Benefits: Career progression, professional development, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and grow in a specialist area of law.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals through your legal expertise.
- Qualifications: Experience in law with strong advocacy and analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 34650 - 42350 £ per year.
We are delighted to be working with a well-established and highly regarded law firm in Newcastle upon Tyne to recruit an experienced Court of Protection Solicitor specialising in Health & Welfare.
Responsibilities include:
- Advising and representing individuals who may lack the capacity to make decisions about their health, care, accommodation or personal welfare.
- Liaising with social workers, healthcare professionals, local authorities, advocates and other relevant agencies.
- Preparing high-quality legal documentation, statements, submissions and correspondence.
- Providing clear and accessible advice on complex legal issues.
- Managing files effectively and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, court procedures and regulatory requirements.
Required skills:
- Excellent advocacy, drafting and analytical skills.
This is a specialist role where your legal expertise can have a direct impact on the lives of vulnerable individuals. You will have the opportunity to develop your career within Court of Protection Health & Welfare work, with professional development and opportunities to deepen your knowledge and advocacy skills. There is potential for career progression within an established legal practice, supported by modern systems and technology for effective case management and flexible working where appropriate.
This is an opportunity to build your career in a specialist area of law while doing work that genuinely matters.
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