Court of Protection Solicitor - London Bridge
Core
Advising and representing clients, often vulnerable adults, in complex legal matters regarding property, financial affairs, and health and welfare decisions under the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
Role type
Court of Protection Solicitor
Builds
Deputyships, statutory wills, personal injury trusts, and welfare applications
Domain
Legal / Mental Capacity Law
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Mental Capacity Act 2005 knowledge, financial management, trust management, dispute resolution, Lasting Powers of Attorney drafting, regulatory compliance
Preferred skills
Experience in similar-sized firms, proactive professional development
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Advising clients and families on mental capacity issues, making applications for deputies and statutory wills, acting as a professional deputy, managing property and affairs, handling disputes, preparing Lasting Powers of Attorney, liaising with healthcare professionals and social services, providing training on law developments, maintaining accurate records
Seniority
Mid-level (2-5 years PQE)