Solicitor / Legal Executive (Court of Protection)

Solicitor / Legal Executive Court of Protection

Location : Flexible within Lincolnshire

Hours : Full or part time considered (Full time : Monday-Friday, 9.00am-5.15pm)

Salary : Dependent on experience

A well-established and highly regarded law firm is seeking an experienced Solicitor or Legal Executive to join its growing Court of Protection team. This role offers flexibility on location, with the opportunity to work from any of the firms offices within the region.

The Role

The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience in Court of Protection matters and a strong interest in this area of law. You will manage a varied caseload, providing high-quality legal services while delivering excellent client care.

Key responsibilities include :

• Opening new files and managing initial enquiries
• Drafting and submitting deputyship applications, liaising directly with the Court of Protection
• Preparing and sending routine correspondence
• Visiting clients and liaising with deputies, attorneys, or representatives as appropriate
• Liaising with care homes, family members, and professionals such as social workers
• Managing clients property and financial affairs, including processing bank statements and maintaining accurate financial records
• Keeping schedules and spreadsheets updated
• Assisting with annual reports and maintaining registers

Some travel will be required, so a full driving licence and access to a vehicle with business use insurance is essential.

Additional Responsibilities

About You

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Benefits

A competitive benefits package is available, which may include :

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Court of Protection specialist to join a supportive and expanding team with flexibility on working location.