Court of Protection Solicitor / Legal Executive

Key Objectives

To operate as a specialist in our Court of Protection Team dealing solely with property and financial affairs. Advising and supporting vulnerable individuals who have lost capacity and/or are no longer able/wanting to manage their property and financial affairs.

Key Responsibilities

Running your own caseload with supervision Drafting and submitting applications and witness statements to the Court of Protection, including Court Panel referrals. Clear understanding of the various CoP applications and the ability to coordinate and manage a case from start to completion. To communicate confidently and clearly with a wide variety of clients, family members and third parties (this includes face-to-face, written and on the telephone) To have the ability to deal with difficult situations arising from the complex nature of CoP applications and advising on the least restrictive principles as per MCA (2005). To maintain professional confidentiality in all matters relating to clients. Respond to priority matters within short timescales whilst delivering the same quality and equitable service. Ensure full compliance with professional code of conduct/code of practice, firm policies and maintain professional registration and training. Preparation of annual reports Conducting legal research Liaising and consulting with senior members on the general management of client matters

Person Specification

We are looking for someone with a personable nature, who thinks critically and enjoys solving problems Be empathetic, confident, enthusiastic, and passionate about this area of law Qualified lawyer (SRA route or CILEX). Property and financial affairs experience only Be numerate, understand the importance of accuracy and comfortable working with budgets and accounts The ability to manage complex caseloads whilst maintaining attention to detail and a seamless service for clients Well organised with strong attention to detail Confident with IT systems including case management systems (experience with SOS would be an advantage) Mentoring and training junior staff and delegating tasks as appropriate Collaborative team player Ability to work to deadlines, manage a busy workload and to report on progress; appropriate balance between confidence in own judgement and knowing when to refer decisions to seniors within the team