Solicitor - Court of Protection (Health & Welfare)
š Newctastle | š Legal 500 Firm | ā³ Up to 3 years' PQE | š¼ DOE
An award-winning Legal 500 law firm in the North East is looking to recruit a Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer (up to around 3 years' PQE) to join its growing Court of Protection - Health & Welfare team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in a highly specialist, people-focused area of law. While prior Health & Welfare experience is welcomed, the firm is very open to retrains from related areas such as Court of Protection (Property & Affairs), family law, mental health or safeguarding, with full training and supervision provided.
The role
Advising and supporting vulnerable clients who lack capacity in relation to care, treatment and living arrangements
Managing Court of Protection applications, including complex or contested matters
Acting as a key point of contact for clients, families and professionals
Working closely with health, social care and rehabilitation teams
Handling a varied caseload across Legal Aid and private client work
About you
Qualified Solicitor or CILEX, up to 3 years' PQE
Experience in a people-centred area of law and confidence dealing with sensitive matters
Strong communication, organisation and client-care skills
Interest in developing specialist expertise in Court of Protection
Law Society Mental Health Accreditation advantageous but not essential (support available)
What's on offer
Join a supportive, collaborative Legal 500 team
Genuine commitment to training, development and internal progression
Flexible working culture (full-time, 35 hours)
Competitive salary DOE
Meaningful, rewarding work that makes a real difference to clients' lives
This role would suit a solicitor seeking quality work, long-term progression and a firm with strong values and culture.
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