Overview
Court of Protection Partner – Bristol
My client are a Legal 500 firm who are seeking a full-time lawyer at Partner level to lead their esteemed Court of Protection team.
The role involves handling a variety of mental capacity law matters, including deputyship applications, administration, statutory wills and gifting, property and affairs deputyship advice, welfare cases, residence care, treatment decisions, and LPAs.
This role offers strategic input and management of a diverse caseload.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the team, including strategic planning and business development
- Conduct monthly meetings and provide technical support and training
- Attend HoD and partnership meetings
- Handle recruitment, staff management, complaints, and compliance
- Advise clients on Court of Protection issues and disputes
- Act as a professional Deputy
Ideal Candidate:
- Member of the Law Society Mental Capacity Panel
- Qualified solicitor or equivalent (CPQ)
- Professional Deputy with extensive Court of Protection experience
- Team management experience
- Excellent communication skills
Our client is a prominent and well respected Bristol law firm known for excellent legal services and a progressive work culture. They prioritise work/life balance, wellbeing, and can offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.
(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Bristol, Bristol
