Court of Protection Solicitor Job at Douglas Scott (Wolverhampton)

Court of Protection Solicitor

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Court of Protection Solicitor that is look...

Location

United Kingdom , Wolverhampton

Salary:

50000.00 - 55000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5 years+ PQE with a strong Court of Protection background

Job Responsibility

Advise and assist on a full range of matters in the Court of Protection such as applications for the appointment of Deputies/Management of Property & Financial

What we offer

Excellent career prospects and extensive benefits package

Senior Associate Court of Protection

This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with a recognised Partner, advis...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

60000.00 - 75000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ PQE in Court of Protection (property & affairs focus preferred)
Experience managing or mentoring junior staff
Strong interpersonal skills and a client-focused mindset
A confident, approachable personality – someone who enjoys building relationships as much as handling complex legal work

Job Responsibility

Advising on all aspects of mental capacity and property & affairs work
Handling high-value deputyships, personal injury trusts
Overseeing a small, collaborative team of junior lawyers
Managing and mentoring junior team members
Playing a key role in business development and shaping the future of the team

What we offer

Up to 15% bonus
25 days holiday + options to purchase more
Pension contributions matched and doubled
Critical illness cover
Enhanced parental leave

Fulltime

Contentious Probate Solicitor

This is a superb opportunity to join a very busy multi-service firm in West Dors...

Location

United Kingdom , Blandford Forum

Salary:

70000.00 - 90000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in court of protection
ability to offer high quality legal service to internal and external clients
excellent interpersonal skills
ability to take on a broad caseload of contentious probate matters
ability to lead and mentor team colleagues.

Job Responsibility

Deliver high quality legal service
take on a broad caseload of contentious probate matters
lead and mentor team colleagues.

What we offer

Competitive salary
range of superb perks and benefits
clear career plan.

Fulltime

Contentious Probate Solicitor

This is a superb opportunity to join a very busy multi-service firm in West Dors...

Location

United Kingdom , Blandford Forum

Salary:

70000.00 - 90000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in court of protection
excellent interpersonal skills
ability to manage a broad caseload of contentious probate matters
leadership and mentoring skills.

Job Responsibility

Handle a broad caseload of contentious probate matters
lead and mentor team colleagues
provide high-quality legal services to internal and external clients.

What we offer

Competitive salary
range of superb perks and benefits
clear career plan.

Fulltime

Private Client Solicitor

A legal 500 firm is seeking a talented and experienced Private Client Solicitor ...

Location

United Kingdom , Beaconsfield

Salary:

60000.00 - 75000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified Solicitor with a focus on Wills, Trusts & Probate law
Law degree from a recognized institution
Additional qualifications or accreditations relevant to the role
Minimum of 6 years post qualification experience
Demonstrated experience in will drafting, probate and administration of estates, lifetime tax planning, and trust drafting
Expertise advising on Enduring and Lasting Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection
Excellent technical grounding in Wills, Trusts & Probate law
Demonstrated ability to provide high-quality legal services in a senior capacity

Job Responsibility

Lead and support a collaborative team of solicitors and consultants in the Wills, Trusts & Probate team, working closely with the partner to deliver outstanding legal services
Provide expert guidance to clients on wills, trusts, tax planning, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection and Probate law
Utilize your extensive expertise to deliver exceptional legal counsel and demonstrate a strong technical grounding in this specialised area of law

Fulltime

Healthcare Regulatory Solicitor

Join a standout Top Tier law firm seeking Solicitors for their Healthcare Regula...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

68000.00 - 95000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified Solicitors in regulatory/health/social care/education law, join from Solicitor level up to Senior Associate depending on your PQE level
Comfortable with both contentious & advisory matters
Strong advocate (inquest or Court of Protection experience would be a bonus)
Commercially minded with a team-player approach

Job Responsibility

Handle a rich mix of Court of Protection, inquests, mental health law, CQC/HSE matters, safeguarding, and regulatory litigation
Work with public and private sector clients including NHS bodies, local authorities, care providers, and educational institutions

What we offer

25+ days holiday (plus buy/sell options)
Bonus scheme & private medical cover
Pension, life assurance, and more
Extensive wellbeing, diversity, and pro bono initiatives
Highly competitive salary
Remote and Agile working available

Fulltime

Private Client Solicitor

A role within a well-established team in Worcester focusing on Private Client ma...

Location

United Kingdom , Worcester

Salary:

45000.00 - 60000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Highly motivated
Organised
Good organisational skills
Ability to show initiative
Ability to work as part of a team

Job Responsibility

Handle Estate Administration
Manage IHT matters
Handle Income Tax matters
Draft Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney
Work with Elderly Client matters
Manage Trust matters
Handle Probate work
Conduct Court of Protection work

What we offer

Excellent salary package
Free parking
Pension
Life insurance
Flexible working arrangements
Generous holiday entitlement
Extra time off at Christmas
Hybrid working
Opportunities for career development

Fulltime

Solicitor - Court of Protection (Health and Welfare)

Solicitor – Court of Protection (Health and Welfare). Are you a Solicitor or CIL...

Location

United Kingdom , Manchester

Salary:

Not provided

Gillespie Recruitment

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer with up to around 3 years' PQE
Background in Court of Protection, mental health law, family law, safeguarding, or similar vulnerable-client work
Strong communication skills with clients, colleagues, and external professionals
Confident managing sensitive and emotionally complex situations
Highly organised with excellent time-management skills
Able to work independently while contributing effectively within a team
Committed to confidentiality, compliance, and client-first practice
Experience in Health & Welfare Court of Protection work
Knowledge of Legal Aid processes
Law Society Mental Health Accreditation (or willingness to work towards it)

Job Responsibility

Manage your own caseload of Health & Welfare Court of Protection matters
Support clients who lack capacity in relation to care, treatment, and residency decisions
Act as a clear, calm, and reassuring point of contact for clients and families
Attend clients in hospitals and care settings to take instructions
Attend CPA meetings and liaise with health, social care, and rehabilitation professionals
Prepare and manage Court of Protection applications and related documentation
Confidently correspond with courts, third parties, and the Legal Aid Agency
Prepare Legal Aid applications and utilise the Legal Aid Agency portal
Ensure matters are handled with accuracy, diligence, and empathy
Record time accurately and manage files in line with internal procedures

What we offer

Competitive salary with firm-wide annual bonus scheme
Flexible working culture (35 hours per week – not a rigid 9–5)
Hybrid working with a Manchester base and occasional travel to other offices
Generous holiday allowance plus Christmas closure
Enhanced pension contributions
Life assurance
Employee Assistance Programme
Wellbeing and retail discount schemes
Birthday and Christmas gifts
Additional long-service leave

Fulltime

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