Court of Protection Solicitor

Court of Protection Solicitor / Legal Executive – Plymouth, Devon
\n Private Client | Mental Capacity Act | Hybrid Working | New Instruction

Overview
\n 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

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• Competitive salary (DOE)
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• Hybrid working arrangement
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• 25 days holiday + birthday leave + Christmas closure
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• Private medical and dental insurance
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• Pension scheme (salary sacrifice)
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• Wellbeing cash plan
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• Clear progression and structured training
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• Supportive, paper-light environment
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The Role – Court of Protection / Mental Capacity Law
\n You will join a well-established specialist team handling a varied and rewarding caseload, including:

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• Court of Protection matters under the Mental Capacity Act
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• Supporting vulnerable adults, children, and elderly clients
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• Managing financial affairs, deputyships, and trustee matters
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• Liaising with families, care providers, and professionals
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• Visiting clients in care settings and at home where required
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• Working closely with financial advisers on long-term planning
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Candidate Profile

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• Solicitor or Legal Executive (including NQ considered)
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• Court of Protection experience beneficial but not essential
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• Background in private client, family law, or litigation welcomed
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• Strong interest in Mental Capacity / vulnerable client work
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• Excellent communication and client care skills
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Why This Role?

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• Growing specialist Court of Protection team
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• High-quality, meaningful client work
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• Hybrid working with genuine flexibility
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• Full training and development support provided
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• Strong internal structure with clear progression routes
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• Supportive, wellbeing-focused firm culture
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Location
\n Plymouth, Devon with hybrid working available. Suitable for candidates across Devon or those relocating to the South West.

Apply Now
\n 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.

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