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Court of Protection Lawyer

Clayton Legal
Greater Manchester
2 days ago
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Are you looking to grow your career in Court of Protection law within a truly supportive, forward-thinking environment?
 
If yes, then our client’s offering a fantastic opportunity for a Court of Protection Solicitor or Legal Executive with 1-4 years’ experience) to join a highly respected team specialising in high-value and complex Property & Affairs matters. Whether you’re currently in a specialist COP team or handling a mixed Private Client/COP caseload — or even working within a Local Authority — we’d love to hear from you.
 
In this position you’ll: 


Manage your own Property & Affairs caseload, with support from experienced Case Workers, Trainee Solicitors and Paralegals
Work under the guidance of a specialist COP Director, with structured mentoring and development
Collaborate on complex and contested matters involving jurisdictional issues and financial abuse investigations
Gain daily exposure to sensitive, high-impact cases involving individuals with acquired brain injuries, dementia, and other capacity-limiting conditions

 With this opportunity you will: 

Learn from leading specialists, including a nationally recognised OPG panel deputy


Access clear routes for advancement and specialism
Build expertise in high-value, sensitive and contested Court of Protection cases 

This leading law firm offers: 

A minimum of 2 days a week in the office, with more if preferred


Full support to get set up for successful home working (IT and furniture provided)
Initial full-time office attendance for a smooth onboarding experience 

They also offer market-leading benefits that include: 

days holiday + additional time off at Christmas


Private healthcare after 3 months
Life insurance (3x salary)
Contributory pension scheme
Subsidised gym membership
Annual bonus for firm performance and personal time target achievement
Attendance bonus
Long service bonuses at 5, , and years
Home office setup support (IT equipment & furniture) 

We’re keen to speak with those who have 1–4 years’ experience in Court of Protection/Property & Affairs work, whether pre- or post-qualification. If you have experience with any of the following, you’ll fit right in: 

Professional Deputyship (including high-value cases)


Court of Protection applications
Contested matters and counsel instructions
Financial abuse investigations
Knowledge of care funding options and welfare issues
Familiarity with LPAs, lay deputyship, and DoLS

Ready to step into a role where your development is as important as the work you do?


Apply today and join a firm where people stay, grow, and make a real difference.

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