Court of Protection Solicitor

Court of Protection Solicitor/Legal Executive

Plymouth | Devon |Hybrid Working

0-3PQE

Overview

A leading Devon law firm is expanding its specialist Court of Protection and Private Client team and is now recruiting a Court of Protection Solicitor or Legal Executive for its Plymouth office.

This hire offershybrid working, strong support and clear progression for a Solicitor or Legal Executive with 0-3years PQE .

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Hybrid working arrangement
• 25 days holiday + birthday leave + Christmas closure
• Private medical and dental insurance
• Pension scheme (salary sacrifice)
• Wellbeing cash plan
• Clear progression and structured training
• Supportive, paper-light environment

The Role – Court of Protection/Mental Capacity Law

You will join a well-established specialist team handling a varied and rewarding caseload, including:

• Court of Protection matters under the Mental Capacity Act
• Supporting vulnerable adults, children and elderly clients
• Liaising with families, care providers and professionals
• Managing financial affairs, deputyships and trustee matters
• Visiting clients in care settings and at home
• Working closely with financial advisers on longer-term planning

Candidate Profile

• Solicitor or Legal Executive
• Newly qualified to 3 years PQE invited to apply
• Court of Protection experience beneficial but not essential
• A background in private client, family law, or litigation welcomed
• Strong interest in Mental Capacity / vulnerable client work
• Excellent communication and client care skills

Why This Role?

• Growing specialist Court of Protection team
• High-quality, meaningful client work
• Hybrid working with genuine flexibility
• Full training and development support provided
• Strong internal structure with clear progression routes
• Supportive, wellbeing-focused firm culture

Location

Plymouth, Devon with hybrid working available. Suitable for candidates across Devon or those relocating to the South West.