Court of Protection Senior Associate

Court of Protection Senior Associate – Lancashire – Up to £90,000 + Bonus + Benefits

A highly regarded Top Tier Legal 500 firm is seeking a Court of Protection Senior Associate in Lancashire to join its growing and well-established team.

As a Court of Protection Senior Associate in Lancashire, you’ll play a key role in leading and developing the department, handling complex property and affairs matters for a high-quality client base.

This opportunity offers strong progression, leadership responsibility and high-value work within a respected national practice.

The Role

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• Managing complex Court of Protection property and affairs matters
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• Handling high-value deputyships and ongoing client management
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• Advising on personal injury trusts and associated matters
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• Supporting applications for statutory wills and gifts
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• Working closely with clients, families and professionals
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• Supervising and mentoring junior team members
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• Supporting the growth and development of the department
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• Delivering high standards of client care
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The Candidate

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• 6+ PQE Court of Protection Solicitor or Legal Executive
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• Strong experience across complex and high-value COP matters
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• Experience with deputyships and property and affairs work
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• Litigation experience desirable but not essential
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• Experience with PI trusts, statutory wills or gifts advantageous
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• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
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• Excellent organisation and time management
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• Client-focused with strong interpersonal skills
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The Benefits and How to Apply

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• Salary up to £90,000 depending on experience
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• Exceptional bonus scheme and flexible benefits
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• Hybrid working (2 days office-based)
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• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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• Enhanced pension scheme
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• Supportive and collaborative working environment
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• High-quality caseload
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• Clear progression opportunities
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Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone

Contact: Rachel Thompson, Retrained Consultant

Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07939 986 652

Email: [email protected]

More About William James Recruitment

William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments