Court of Protection Senior Associate – Lancashire – Up to £90,000 + Bonus + Benefits
A highly regarded Top Tier Legal 500 firm is seeking a Court of Protection Senior Associate in Lancashire to join its growing and well-established team.
As a Court of Protection Senior Associate in Lancashire, you’ll play a key role in leading and developing the department, handling complex property and affairs matters for a high-quality client base.
This opportunity offers strong progression, leadership responsibility and high-value work within a respected national practice.
The Role
- Managing complex Court of Protection property and affairs matters
- Handling high-value deputyships and ongoing client management
- Advising on personal injury trusts and associated matters
- Supporting applications for statutory wills and gifts
- Working closely with clients, families and professionals
- Supervising and mentoring junior team members
- Supporting the growth and development of the department
- Delivering high standards of client care
The Candidate
- 6+ PQE Court of Protection Solicitor or Legal Executive
- Strong experience across complex and high-value COP matters
- Experience with deputyships and property and affairs work
- Litigation experience desirable but not essential
- Experience with PI trusts, statutory wills or gifts advantageous
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills
- Excellent organisation and time management
- Client-focused with strong interpersonal skills
The Benefits and How to Apply
- Salary up to £90,000 depending on experience
- Exceptional bonus scheme and flexible benefits
- Hybrid working (2 days office-based)
- 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- High-quality caseload
- Clear progression opportunities
Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone
Contact: Rachel Thompson, Retrained Consultant
Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07939 986 652
Email: rachel.thompson@williamjamesrecruitment.com
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William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments
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