B P Collins LLP
Court of Protection Senior Associate Solicitor 5+ PQE
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Senior Associate (5+ PQE) – Court of Protection and Contentious Private Client Disputes
Location: B P Collins LLP
About the Role
At B P Collins LLP, we specialise in advising individuals, families, deputies, attorneys, and executors on complex and sensitive disputes involving mental capacity, vulnerable individuals, trusts, and estates.
Our work includes disputes relating to:
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- Attorney disputes
- Financial abuse and safeguarding
- Contested decision-making
- Matters overlapping with contentious probate and private wealth disputes
Our approach is pragmatic, client-focused, and confidential. We aim to guide clients through emotionally challenging situations with clarity, calm, and professional expertise.
We currently seek a Senior Associate (5+ years post-qualification experience) to supplement our expanding contentious private client practice, particularly in Court of Protection disputes. This is a strategic role designed to enhance our team’s ability to handle complex litigation while upholding high standards of client care.
Key Responsibilities
Client Representation & Case Management
- Lead a varied caseload of contentious probate, Court of Protection, and private client disputes, from initial instruction through to resolution.
- Handle high-profile client matters relating to:
- Court of Protection disputes (property/financial affairs)
- Deputyship and attorney disputes
- Mental capacity (under the Mental Capacity Act)
- Financial abuse and safeguarding concerns
- Removal/replacement of deputies/attorneys
- Disputes over decision-making for vulnerable individuals/families
- Manage both direct negotiations, mediations, and formal court proceedings (including litigations proceedings).
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Mentorship & Practice Development
- Advise clients strategically from early-stage, offering practical guidance to ensure high standards of health, performance, and sustainability.
- Supervise and mentor junior team members, fostering professional development in a collaborative environment.
- Collaborate across Private Client and Dispute Resolution teams and support the expansion of the Court of Protection capability.
Business Development & Client Care
- Build and maintain strong relationships with families, individuals, medical professionals, counsel, and other key advisers.
- Participate in client relationship management and business development, contributing to future practice growth.
About You
We are looking for a seasoned solicitor, ideally experienced in contentious probate, with a track record in:
- Court of Protection disputes (preferably appearance before the Court).
- Financial abuse/safeguarding issues and mental capacity litigation.
- Managed caseloads independently with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated client communication skills, particularly in highly sensitive contexts.
Desired attributes include:
- Strong technical capability combined with emotional intelligence.
- Prudent dispute resolution strategies (negotiation, mediation, litigation).
- Experience or eagerness to contribute to practice routinely mentoring associates/senior-associates.
What You Can Expect
Competitive Remuneration Package
- Transparent salary + benefit-driven profit-sharing model
- Comprehensive professional benefits:
- Private healthcare
- Employer pension contributions
- Life assurance
- 30+ days holiday (progressively increasing)
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Working Environment
- Hybrid working model with connective office space and full collegiate support (flexible balance).
- Flattened firm structure: accessible partners, small teams, and high levels of early responsibility.
Development & Culture
- Structured career progression with:
- Continuous training opportunities
- Market/legislative development insights
- Exposure to high-value client work
- Strong emphasis on wellbeing and sustainable high performance.
Diversity & Inclusion
BC PLL values diverse perspectives and encourages applications from all backgrounds, including:
- Individuals across all ages
- Diverse gender identities, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities, religions and/or beliefs
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Privacy Note
While some positions are filled via internal referral networks, we will consider external applications (via approved agents) once direct sourcing proves insufficient. For agency submits, prospective applicants must first agree with HR on terms.
Language Note: The description includes separate yet overlapping Businesses in Family Law and Private Client. We welcome inquiries from solicitors already working in Child Law scripts or associated areas (child arrangements/surrogacy practices).
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