Court of Protection Solicitor – Bristol or Gloucester
A standout opportunity for a Court of Protection Solicitor to join a respected, long established national law firm with a strong reputation in personal injury, clinical negligence and complex private client work.
The Role
Working within a specialist COP team, you'll manage a varied caseload involving vulnerable and brain injured clients. You'll support senior lawyers on complex matters while taking responsibility for your own files and helping to guide junior colleagues.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing Property & Affairs, Deputyships, Trusts and Statutory Wills
- Supporting clients with financial decisions, lifestyle needs and welfare issues
- Preparing COP applications, including PI Trusts and Welfare Deputyships
- Supervising and delegating to paralegals/trainees
- Ensuring compliance with SRA and OPG Deputy Standards
Candidate Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor or FCILEx (3-5 PQE) with COP and/or Clinical Negligence experience
- Strong technical knowledge of Court of Protection law and vulnerable client work
- Excellent communication and relationship building skills
- Highly organised, proactive and able to manage a busy caseloadConfident supervising junior team members
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to client care
- Competent with case management systems and general IT
Why Join?
- Join a well established, nationally recognised firm with 30+ years of success
- High quality, meaningful work supporting vulnerable clients
- Hybrid working and flexible hours
- Supportive, friendly team with genuine progression opportunities
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Modern offices and strong professional development culture
For more information about this role
Please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.
Telephone: 0117 917 1929
Mobile: 07435 943574
Email: hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk
At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network to achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or any other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.
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