Solicitor - Public Law & Human Rights (Court of Protection - Health & Welfare) - Bristol
Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £55,000 - £70,000 (depending on experience)
A leading national law firm is seeking a Solicitor (NQ-4 PQE) to join its highly regarded Public Law & Human Rights team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex, meaningful and high impact Court of Protection Health & Welfare matters within a nationally recognised practice.
The Role
You'll be responsible for managing and supporting a dedicated caseload of Court of Protection Health & Welfare matters, including:
- Section 21A challenges to deprivation of liberty
- Best interests applications relating to residence, care, contact and medical treatment
- Capacity disputes
- Safeguarding and risk related matters
- Supporting vulnerable adults with complex needs
You will work closely with experienced specialists across the national Public Law & Human Rights team, advising vulnerable individuals and their families through sensitive and often life changing circumstances. This role offers exposure to high quality work, strong supervision and excellent opportunities to develop advocacy skills.
Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified Solicitor with:
- NQ-4 years' PQE
- Experience in Court of Protection Health & Welfare matters
- Understanding of the Mental Capacity Act and deprivation of liberty issues
- Experience working with vulnerable adults and support networks
- Ability to manage sensitive and complex cases with empathy and professionalism
- Advocacy experience or willingness to develop advocacy skills
- Strong communication and relationship building skills
Applications are welcomed from individuals passionate about protecting the rights of vulnerable people and committed to delivering compassionate, high quality client care.
Benefits
The firm offers:
- 25-28 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave
- Annual pay and bonus review processes
- Health and wellbeing support including Westfield Health and Digital GP access
- Competitive pension arrangements
- Two paid volunteering days per year
- Colleague discounts and lifestyle benefits
- Wide range of wellbeing initiatives and inclusion networks
- Hybrid working arrangements
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 age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or any other personal characteristic. 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.*
