Solicitor - Court of Protection - Bristol - Junior (NQ-2 Years PQE)
Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with hybrid flexibility)
Salary: £50,000 to £55,000
A respected law firm is seeking a Junior Court of Protection Solicitor (NQ-2 years PQE) to join its well established and growing Court of Protection team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their career who wants to develop specialist expertise in a supportive, collaborative environment, working on meaningful matters that directly impact the lives of vulnerable clients.
The Role
You'll be responsible for supporting senior practitioners and managing a developing caseload of Property & Affairs deputyship matters, including:
- Day to day financial management for vulnerable clients
- Assisting with budgeting, payments, and lifestyle decisions
- Preparing and submitting Court of Protection applications
- Supporting clients with brain injuries and significant disabilities
- Liaising with case managers, therapists, financial advisors and families
- Handling new enquiries and building strong client relationships
- Assisting with contentious deputyship matters where required
- Maintaining accurate financial records and compliance standards
Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a junior solicitor with:
- NQ-2 years PQE (Solicitor or FCILEx)
- Experience in Court of Protection or Private Client work (COP experience preferred)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A compassionate, client focused approach
- High attention to detail and excellent organisation
- Confidence working with vulnerable clients and sensitive matters
- Ability to work collaboratively within a supportive team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal IT systems
Benefits
The firm offers:
- A friendly, specialist COP team with strong internal expertise
- Clear progression pathways and structured development
- Hybrid working arrangements
- Exposure to complex and rewarding deputyship work
- Recognition for high quality client service
- A supportive and collaborative working culture
How to Apply
If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
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 from all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or any 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.
*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.*
