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Our client, a leading North East law firm, are recruiting a newly qualified Solicitor to join their Court of Protection team in Durham. The role would suit a trainee Solicitor who is nearing qualification as a Solicitor, who can demonstrate at least one completed training contract seat within Court of Protection.
What's on offer?:
- Salary £35-38k
- Opportunity to work in a well-established Court of Protection team, with an excellent regional reputation
- Excellent training and career progression opportunities
- A firm who really care about their workforce
- Extensive range of benefits and flexibility
Responsibilities:
- Dealing with a caseload of Court of Protection matters, acting on behalf of vulnerable clients who lack the capacity to make decisions about their own health and welfare.
- Working with clients, deputyships, third parties and local authorities.
- Advising on all aspects of COP matters including deputyship applications, lasting powers of attorney, and health and welfare disputes.
- Assisting in the preparation of court documents, and attending hearings as required.
- Working closely with families, carers and professionals to protect the interests of individuals.
- Supporting senior colleagues on complex matters and contributing to the teams business development initiatives.
To apply for this role, please submit your CV via the link or contact Chloe Murphy in the Private Practice East Division on .
