Court of Protection Solicitor

Role Overview
A leading national law firm is seeking a Newly Qualified Solicitor to join its specialist Court of Protection team, based in Birmingham or Nottingham. This is an excellent opportunity to begin your post-qualification career within a well-established and supportive team handling complex, high-value matters for vulnerable clients.

You will work closely with an experienced Partner specialising in damages management, gaining exposure to a wide range of Court of Protection property and affairs work, including deputyships, trusts and statutory will applications. Alongside managing your own caseload, you will play an active role in supporting client relationships and contributing to the continued growth of the practice.

Candidate Profile / Experience Needed
This role is ideally suited to a Newly Qualified Solicitor or someone with some post qualification experience looking to build a long-term career in Court of Protection work.
Key requirements include:

• A qualifying seat or post qualification experience in in Court of Protection or Private Client work.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to delivering outstanding client service.
• A proactive approach to developing client relationships and supporting business development.
• An understanding of LPAs, deputyships or Court of Protection processes would be advantageous but is not essential (full training provided).
• A personable, curious and team-oriented approach.

What’s on Offer?

• Salary in the region of £48,000–£53,000.
• The opportunity to start your career within a recognised specialist Court of Protection team handling complex, meaningful work.
• Structured support, mentoring and ongoing training to develop technical expertise.
• Hybrid and flexible working options designed to support work/life balance.
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave.
• Generous pension provision and comprehensive wellbeing support.
• Paid volunteering days and a strong commitment to social responsibility and community engagement.
• A collaborative and inclusive culture offering genuine long-term career progression.

Apply Now
If you are an NQ Solicitor looking to launch your career in Court of Protection within a supportive national team please submit your CV.