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Posted 12 August, 2026

Court of Protection Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited
Plymouth, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Court of Protection Solicitor/Legal Executive

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Plymouth | Devon | Hybrid Working

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0-3 PQE 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 hire offers hybrid working, strong support and clear progression for a Solicitor or Legal Executive with 0-3 years PQE .

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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

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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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  • Liaising with families, care providers and professionals
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  • Managing financial affairs, deputyships and trustee matters
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  • Visiting clients in care settings and at home
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  • Working closely with financial advisers on longer-term planning
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Candidate Profile

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  • Solicitor or Legal Executive
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  • Newly qualified to 3 years PQE invited to apply
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  • Court of Protection experience beneficial but not essential
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  • A 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 Plymouth, Devon with hybrid working available. Suitable for candidates across Devon or those relocating to the South West.

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Apply Now

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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.

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Or for a confidential discussion about this role or other Court of Protection and private client opportunities in the South West, contact Paul Norman at G2 Legal

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