Court of Protection Solicitor
Exeter – £50,000 - £70,000
Court of Protection Solicitor , ExeterCourt of Protection work is continually growing, a niche area of Private Client law that can offer a lot of satisfaction to those working it.
Working out of Exeter you'll be happy to pick up a specialist Court of Protection caseload build a presence for yourself and the firm through networking and business development. The Private Client department will also provide leads.
It is anticipated you would have upwards of 4 years PE and be interested in living and working in Devon for the long term as is it a fantastic place to base yourself.
The successful candidate will have experience with:
- Running files and work with the Deputy in dealing with the Court of Protection and the OPG.
- Communicating with the individual and their family to establish long-term relationships and to obtain views and background to assist with “best interest” decisions
- Advising on the Mental Capacity Act, and provide guidance on family disputes
- Preparing general Court Applications
- Preparing Statutory Will Applications
- Representing the Deputy at Court of Protection Hearings; instruct Counsel as appropriate
- Investigating suspicions of Financial Abuse
- Have strong organisational and time management skills
- Have excellent interpersonal skills
- Have good communications skills with an ability to explain complex areas of law in a simple and coherent way
- Have good attention to detail
You can expect to find a very competitive salary together with excellent perks and benefits.
Applications from relocators will be considered however you should be able to demonstrate a commitment to live and work in the area.
Dante is a vastly experienced consultant who first joined Douglas Scott in 2011. Having spent nearly a decade covering Midlands recruitment Dante now oversees Hampshire and Dorset and other areas of the south coast and southwest. Dante offers a highly professional service, tailored to suit the individual needs of all his clients and applicants and will always find the most suitable solution for your own personal circumstances. Dante recruits for all levels of firm city, large regional, Legal 500 or high street.
If you weren’t in recruitment, what would you be doing? Journalism, writing books, interviewing famous people, or project management for big events.
What’s one goal you’re working towards this year? Buy a porche!
What do you find most rewarding about working in recruitment? When I find someone a new job, and it exceeds their expectations and actually makes a difference to their lives.
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Job Spec:
- Area of Law: Court of Protection
- Type: Solicitor / FILEX
- Salary: £50,000 - £70,000
- Term: Permanent
- Location: Exeter
- Reference: 1072293
