Court of Protection Solicitor
11 days ago
Plymouth
Court of Protection Solicitor / Legal Executive – Plymouth, Devon Private Client | Mental Capacity Act | Hybrid Working | New Instruction Overview A leading Devon law firm is expanding its specialist Court of Protection and Private Client team and is now recruiting a Court of Protection Solicitor or Legal Executive for its Plymouth office. This is a newly prioritised hire offering hybrid working, strong support, and clear progression. Salary & Benefits • Competitive salary (DOE), • Hybrid working arrangement, • 25 days holiday + birthday leave + Christmas closure, • Private medical and dental insurance, • Pension scheme (salary sacrifice), • Wellbeing cash plan, • Clear progression and structured training, • Supportive, paper-light environment The Role – Court of Protection / Mental Capacity Law You will join a well-established specialist team handling a varied and rewarding caseload, including: • Court of Protection matters under the Mental Capacity Act, • Supporting vulnerable adults, children, and elderly clients, • Managing financial affairs, deputyships, and trustee matters, • Liaising with families, care providers, and professionals, • Visiting clients in care settings and at home where required, • Working closely with financial advisers on long-term planning Candidate Profile • Solicitor or Legal Executive (including NQ considered), • Court of Protection experience beneficial but not essential, • Background in private client, family law, or litigation welcomed, • Strong interest in Mental Capacity / vulnerable client work, • Excellent communication and client care skills Why This Role? • Growing specialist Court of Protection team, • High-quality, meaningful client work, • Hybrid working with genuine flexibility, • Full training and development support provided, • Strong internal structure with clear progression routes, • Supportive, wellbeing-focused firm culture Location Plymouth, Devon with hybrid working available. Suitable for candidates across Devon or those relocating to the South West. Apply Now If you are a Court of Protection Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Private Client Lawyer looking to specialise or progress in Mental Capacity law, apply now with your CV. For a confidential discussion about this role or other Court of Protection and private client opportunities in the South West, contact Paul Norman. #INDMALS