Senior Associate Court of Protection

Manchester – £50,000 - £75,000

Senior Court of Protection Solicitor
Manchester/Hybrid
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
A top-tier specialist law firm is looking for an experienced Senior Court of Protection Solicitor to join its team at Senior Associate level. This role is ideal for someone with expertise in property and affairs matters, whether already in a senior position or ready to take the next step into leadership.
The Role:

• Managing a complex caseload of Property and Affairs Deputyship matters, supported by Case Workers and junior fee earners.
• Supervising, mentoring, and developing trainee solicitors, paralegals, and junior team members.
• Handling high-value Court of Protection applications, including contested matters and financial abuse investigations.
• Providing specialist legal advice to lay deputies and attorneys on complex issues.
• Regular client engagement, working closely with families, case managers, and support professionals.
• Clear progression path, with potential to step into a directorial role.

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years’ experience in Court of Protection matters, either in a dedicated role or as part of a mixed Private Client/Court of Protection caseload.
• Strong track record in professional deputyship work, particularly with high-value and complex cases.
• Experience handling contested Court of Protection matters, including court applications and working with counsel.
• In-depth knowledge of LPAs, lay deputyship applications, financial abuse investigations, and welfare issues affecting Protected Parties.
• Understanding of care funding, including local authority and NHS provisions.
• Strong leadership, case management, and client-care skills.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile cases within a renowned specialist firm, with a clear route to leadership and exposure to complex, high-value Court of Protection matters. Apply below, or alternatively, send your CV to ashley@douglas-scott.co.uk or call 07537 156 394 for more information.