About this role
Court of Protection Solicitor
Take the opportunity to join this Tier 1 regional firm in their Private Client team as a Court of Protection Solicitor in Hertfordshire. Looking for greater responsibility and with the opportunity for continued career progression?
You will work closely with the senior team, with the contingency to support and supervise junior members of the team.
The opportunity
The successful candidate will take responsibility for a varied caseload, with a particular focus on Court of Protection, Wills and LPA matters.
You will have the opportunity to:
Property and Affairs mattersDeputyship applications and ongoing deputyship workCourt of Protection applicationsAdvising vulnerable clients and their familiesLasting Powers of AttorneyWills and associated lifetime planningDeveloping and maintaining long-term client relationshipsWorking closely with Partners and senior members of the teamSupervising and supporting junior lawyersAssisting with the training and development of junior team membersBuilding relationships with professional referrers About you
The ideal candidate will have:
4+ years' PQE Strong experience across Court of Protection, Wills and LPA work.Experience dealing with deputyship applications and ongoing deputyship mattersGood technical knowledge of Court of Protection proceduresThe ability to manage a caseload with a high degree of autonomyExcellent client care and communication skillsA sensitive and professional approach when advising vulnerable clients and their familiesExperience supervising or supporting junior lawyersA collaborative and proactive approach Experience of professional deputyship, complex Court of Protection applications or higher-value matters would be advantageous.
Why consider this opportunity?
You'll benefit from:
£57,000–£80,000 dependent on experienceHybrid and flexible workingHigh-quality Court of Protection and Private Client workA varied and interesting client baseResponsibility for supervising and supporting junior lawyersAccess to experienced Partners and senior colleaguesA supportive and collaborative team environmentStrong opportunities for technical developmentA firm that invests in training and career progressionOpportunities to build relationships with clients and professional referrersBuy and sell annual leaveAdditional annual leave based on length of serviceA comprehensive benefits packageFurther benefits and opportunities available as part of the wider firm A role with scope to develop
This role would suit an experienced Court of Protection Solicitor who is looking to build on their currentexpertise while continuing to develop their wider Private Client practice.
Apply now or contact Alexiane Tryon-Sipos for further details.
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