About this role
The Firm <span style="color:rgb(32,32,32);font-family:Inter, '-apple-system', BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', 'Open Sans', 'system-ui', '-apple-system', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Noto Sans', sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji';font-size:15px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);display:inline;">Anthony Gold is a boutique firm based in London Bridge and Streatham. Our Court of Protection team has extensive experience handling a wide range of complex Court of Protection cases. As a leading Legal 500 firm, we take pride in providing a high level of client care. Representing individuals, often vulnerable adults, in relation to their property, financial affairs, and health and welfare decisions under the Mental Capacity Act 2005, this role offers the opportunity to work on a range of complex matters, acting in the best interests of our clients, often liaising with families, carers, local authorities and healthcare professionals.</span><br style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;color:rgb(32,32,32);font-family:Inter, '-apple-system', BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', 'Open Sans', 'system-ui', '-apple-system', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Noto Sans', sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji';font-size:15px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);"><br style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;color:rgb(32,32,32);font-family:Inter, '-apple-system', BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', 'Open Sans', 'system-ui', '-apple-system', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Noto Sans', sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji';font-size:15px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);"><span style="color:rgb(32,32,32);font-family:Inter, '-apple-system', BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', 'Open Sans', 'system-ui', '-apple-system', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Noto Sans', sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji';font-size:15px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);display:inline;"><strong>We are seeking two experienced and motivated Court of Protection Solicitors</strong>, with one based in our <strong>Streatham</strong> office and the other at our office in <strong>London Bridge</strong>. The successful candidates will be responsible for advising and representing clients in a range of complex legal matters. Many of our clients have ongoing personal injury or clinical negligence claims, which often result in multi-million-pound awards. This role demands strong analytical and financial skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to manage sensitive matters with professionalism and empathy.</span> The Role <ul style="border:0px solid;color:rgb(32,32,32);font-family:Inter, '-apple-system', BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', 'Open Sans', 'system-ui', '-apple-system', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Noto Sans', sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji';font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);"><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;font-size:15px;">Advising clients, families, and carers about issues relating to mental capacity and the Court of Protection process.</li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;font-size:15px;">Making applications to the Court of Protection, including for the appointment of deputies, statutory wills, and complex financial or health decisions.</li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;font-size:15px;">Acting as a professional deputy or supporting lay deputies in the management of a client’s property and affairs.</li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;font-size:15px;">Areas of work will include the management of Property and Affairs Deputyships, working with brain-injured and vulnerable clients, Trust management, assisting with tax affairs and accounts, drafting Personal Injury Trusts, Statutory Wills, Welfare Deputyship applications and other associated applications to the Court of Protection.</li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;font-size:15px;">Handling disputes relating to the Court of Protection, such as challenges to an individual’s capacity, disagreements about deputyship, or objections to decisions concerning health and welfare.</li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;font-size:15px;">Preparing and reviewing Lasting Powers of Attorney and advising on their use and registration.</li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;font-size:15px;">Liaising with healthcare professionals, social services, and other stakeholders to gather evidence and ensure the client’s best interests are met.</li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;font-size:15px;">Providing training and updates to clients and colleagues on developments in Court of Protection law and practice.</li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;font-size:15px;">Maintaining accurate records and complying with all regulatory and professional standards, including those set by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA).</li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;font-size:15px;">Some clients have complex disputes involving property or families that require urgent intervention and support to resolve delicate issues.</li></ul> Person Specification <ul style="border:0px solid;color:rgb(32,32,32);font-family:Inter, '-apple-system', BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', 'Open Sans', 'system-ui', '-apple-system', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Noto Sans', sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji';font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);"><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;font-size:15px;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2 - 4 years PQE</li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;font-size:15px;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Previous experience working in a similar-sized firm managing complex court of protection matters.</li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;font-size:15px;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Be proactive with personal development and professional networking</li></ul> Benefits <ul style="border:0px solid;color:rgb(32,32,32);font-family:Inter, '-apple-system', BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', 'Open Sans', 'system-ui', '-apple-system', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Noto Sans', sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji';font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;text-transform:none;background-color:rgb(255,255,255);"><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:15px;">Competitive salary</li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:15px;">Private Medical Insurance</li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:15px;">Life Insurance</li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:15px;">Income Protection</li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:15px;">Contributory Pension</li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:15px;">Discretionary annual staff bonus</li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:15px;">Reduced gym membership </li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:15px;">Discount vouchers through one of our suppliers</li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;font-size:15px;">Season Ticket Loan</li><li style="border:0px solid;margin:0px;font-size:15px;">Additional 2 days off for Christmas</li></ul>