Senior Court of Protection Solicitor
Greater London – £50,000 - £70,000
A legal 500 law firm is seeking an experienced Court of Protection Solicitor to join their specialist Mental Capacity team. This award-winning team is ranked in both the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners and is known for its expertise, collaborative culture and commitment to access to justice.Key Responsibilities
- Manage a complex caseload of Mental Capacity Welfare matters in the Court of Protection
- Conduct Community Care and related Judicial Review matters connected to Mental Capacity issues
- Maintain meticulous compliance with all SRA, Lexcel, LAA and internal regulatory requirements
- Provide high-quality advice, keep clients updated and maintain excellent case management records
- Prepare accurate legal documents, pleadings, evidence and submissions
- Supervise junior team members and contribute to their training and development
- Assist with marketing initiatives and help build strong referral networks
- Uphold the firm’s professional standards and contribute to a supportive, high-performing team environment
The Ideal Candidate
- UK Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
- 6+ years’ PQE with extensive experience in Mental Capacity law
- Strong background in Health & Welfare Court of Protection matters
- Good working knowledge of Mental Health law, Community Care law and Judicial Review
- Experience with the Legal Aid system
- Member of the Law Society Mental Capacity (Welfare) Accreditation Scheme, or willing to work toward this
- Excellent communication, client care and advocacy (advocacy experience welcome but not essential)
- Proven track record of delivering high-quality work
- Hybrid working for true work–life balance
- A friendly, inclusive and collegiate culture
- Opportunities to participate in legal community events (e.g., London Legal Walk, Great Legal Bake)
- Recognition initiatives including Employee of the Month and celebrations of cultural events
- Flexible use of Easter bank holidays to observe other religious festivals
- Health & wellbeing support via a leading employee assistance programme
- Monthly wellbeing events
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Consideration for the annual discretionary bonus scheme
- A chance to work alongside passionate specialists at the top of their field
Leah Ellson is an Senior Recruitment Consultant at Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment, having been with the company for over 3 years. She now works in the Dubai office, specialising in placing legal professionals across the region. Leah works with leading firms, ranging from boutique to top-tier Legal 500. She holds a Criminology degree from Chester University and brings 6 years of experience in sales and recruitment roles. Leah excels at developing strong professional relationships and consistently hitting targets. In her spare time, she enjoys going out for food, friends, and family, and staying fit by hitting the gym.
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Job Spec:
- Area of Law: Court of Protection
- Type: Solicitor / FILEX
- Salary: £50,000 - £70,000
- Term: Permanent
- Location: Greater London
- Reference: 1302528
