Private Client Lawyer – Torquay

Overview

In this role you will handle a varied caseload in mental capacity law, supporting vulnerable individuals and their families. You’ll work within the Care & Capacity team in Torquay, collaborating with health and social care professionals to deliver high-quality private client advice. The position offers professional growth in a collegiate, forward-thinking firm culture. You will shape care and capacity outcomes, balancing legal duties with compassionate client support.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Supportive, friendly working environment
• Excellent benefits package
• Genuine opportunities for professional growth
• Forward-thinking team where your contribution is valued

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload focused on mental capacity law (Lasting Powers of Attorney, Deputyship applications, health and welfare matters)
• Represent clients in Court of Protection proceedings and advise on safeguarding issues
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, social services and other stakeholders to support clients
• Maintain high professional standards while working independently and in a team
• Deliver high-quality private client advice across the care and capacity domain

Key requirements

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with solid private client experience in care and capacity matters
• Strong empathy, patience and communication skills
• Ability to manage own caseload and work both independently and within a supportive team
• Commitment to high professional standards and client-centred service

• Empathy
• Patience
• Excellent communication
• Mental capacity law
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Deputyship applications

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