Court of Protection Solicitor

Manchester – £40,000

Court of Protection Solicitor
Location: Manchester / Hybrid Working
Salary: Highly Competitive, Based on Experience
An expanding, specialist Court of Protection firm is seeking a dedicated Court of Protection Solicitor to join its highly regarded team. This is an exciting opportunity for a solicitor with 0-4 years’ experience to join a firm renowned for its expertise.
  
The Role:
You will manage your own caseload of Property and Affairs files, supported by experienced Case Workers and trainee solicitors, while also assisting senior team members with complex and high-value matters.
Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a caseload of Property & Affairs Court of Protection files from instruction to resolution.
• Working collaboratively with case management teams, paralegals, and trainees to ensure high standards of client care.
• Supporting senior directors with complex, high-value or contested files.
• Regularly liaising with clients, families, carers, and professionals on a wide range of legal and practical issues.
• Preparing and submitting applications to the Court of Protection, including professional deputyship appointments.
• Advising on financial abuse investigations, care funding options, and welfare issues affecting vulnerable individuals.
• Preparing Court bundles, instructions to counsel, and supporting litigation where required.
• Working closely with an experienced leadership team including three CoP directors and a recognised OPG panel deputy.

  
What We’re Looking For:

• NQ – 4 years PQE in Court of Protection space.
• Confident in managing your own caseload with a good grasp of practical and legal issues.
• Experience with high-value professional deputyship matters and complex client needs.
• Familiarity with contested CoP work, financial abuse investigations, and care funding frameworks.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a client-focused approach.
• Background in Local Authority work welcomed.
• Strong organisational and drafting skills, with attention to detail.

  
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving and specialist firm with a strong reputation in the CoP space. For a confidential discussion or to apply, contact ashley@douglas-scott.co.uk or call 07537 156 394.