Court of Protection - Senior Associate

Senior Associate - Court of Protection | National Firm | Birmingham | Hybrid Working Available BCL Legal is delighted to be working with a highly regarded national law firm in its search for a Senior Associate to join its expanding Court of Protection team in Birmingham. This is a standout opportunity for a senior-level solicitor with expertise in property and financial affairs matters, and a passion for client care and team leadership. The Role Working closely with an experienced Partner who specialises in high-value damages management and complex trust applications, you'll take on a caseload of high-value and/or complex Court of Protection matters. You'll also have the opportunity to lead and mentor a small team, with a focus on both supervision and business development. Clients include individuals who lack mental capacity, with the firm regularly instructed on deputyship and trustee appointments arising from clinical negligence and personal injury settlements. Key Responsibilities - Managing a varied and complex CoP caseload including deputyships, statutory wills, and property and financial affairs matters - Supervising and mentoring junior colleagues - Supporting the wider team in business development and client relationship management - Leading on client matters and ensuring seamless delivery of service - Working collaboratively with other specialists across private client, personal injury, and trusts The Candidate Qualified solicitor or legal executive (CILEX), likely 6+ PQE Significant experience advising on Court of Protection property and financial affairs matters Able to manage complex cases and communicate clearly with vulnerable clients and their families Proven ability to supervise, lead and mentor junior lawyers Commercially aware with a track record in business development and referrer management A confident and collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills What's on Offer? A leading national firm with an excellent reputation in Court of Protection work - Competitive salary and generous benefits, including: - 25 days' holiday + buy/sell scheme - Excellent pension scheme - Paid volunteering days - Private medical and digital GP services - Flexible hybrid working - Strong commitment to wellbeing, inclusion and CSR - A ranked Best Workplace for Wellbeing in 2024 Apply Now To apply or discuss this Court of Protection Senior Associate role in more detail, contact Donna Jones at BCL Legal. Early applications are encouraged - the firm may close this role early once a suitable shortlist is reached. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.