Associate Solicitor – Court of Protection – 4-8 PQE – Bristol

Overview

In this role you will lead COP finance matters within a national, forward-thinking firm. You will manage long-term COP finance caseloads and collaborate with families, deputies, and professional attorneys to safeguard clients’ finances and property. The role focuses on specialist COP work, supported by a strong infrastructure and tech-enabled workflows. You will contribute to sustained client relationships and complex decision-making within a growing Private Client practice.

Pay / Benefits

• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Two volunteering days per year
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Hybrid working via Flexible by Choice
• Westfield Health membership and digital GP access

Responsibilities

• Manage a dedicated COP finance caseload
• Oversee finances and property for individuals lacking capacity
• Collaborate with families, deputies and professional attorneys
• Support long-term client relationships
• Ensure financial decisions comply with duties and best interests
• Pure COP finance role with no mixed caseload

Key requirements

• Experience in Court of Protection finance work or strong Private Client experience with clear COP commitment
• Ability to manage own caseload confidently and independently
• Empathetic, clear and professional communication
• Enjoys collaboration within a national team
• Desire to build a long-term career in a growing practice

• Empathy
• Clear communication
• Team collaboration
• Court of Protection finance
• Private Client experience with COP focus
• Case management

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