William James Recruitment
Court of Protection Senior Associate
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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
- Managing complex Court of Protection property and affairs matters
- Handling high-value deputyships and ongoing client management
- Advising on personal injury trusts and associated matters
- Supporting applications for statutory wills and gifts
- Working closely with clients, families, and professionals
- Supervising and mentoring junior team members
- Supporting the growth and development of the department
- Delivering high standards of client care
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The Candidate
- 6+ PQE Court of Protection solicitor or legal executive
- Strong experience across complex and high-value COP matters
- Experience with deputyships and property and affairs work
- Litigation experience desirable but not essential
- Experience with PI trusts, statutory wills, or gifts advantageous
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills
- Excellent organisation and time management
- Clients-focused with strong interpersonal skills
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The Benefits
- Salary up to £90,000 (dependent on experience)
- Exceptional bonus scheme and flexible benefits
- Hybrid working (2 days office-based)
- 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- High-quality caseload
- Clear progression opportunities
Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone.
Contact: Rachel Thompson, Retained Consultant
Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07939 986 652 Email: rachel.thompson@williamjamesrecruitment.com
For more information, visit: williamjamesrecruitment.com
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