Senior Associate Court of Protection Solicitor

Senior Court of Protection Associate - Lead, Advise & Make a Real Difference

Are you an experienced Court of Protection Solicitor looking for a senior role where you can take ownership, shape the future of a growing team, and work on complex, high-profile cases? We have an exciting opportunity with a leading UK law firm recognised in both Chambers and the Legal 500 for its expertise in Court of Protection, trusts and private client work.

This is more than just a role - it's a chance to lead a specialist Court of Protection practice, take on high-value and complex matters and play a key part in shaping team strategy while mentoring the next generation of lawyers. You'll be involved in significant deputyship cases, act as a director of the firm's trust corporation and provide expert advice on property, financial affairs, health and welfare matters.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Managing a highly complex caseload including Court of Protection Property & Affairs, health and welfare decisions, and trust matters.
• Leading, mentoring, and supervising junior fee earners to help grow the team and strengthen their expertise.
• Acting as a trusted advisor to clients, deputies, professionals and external stakeholders, providing clear, practical guidance.
• Collaborating with colleagues across disciplines to ensure the firm delivers the highest-quality legal service.
• Contributing to business development initiatives and supporting knowledge-sharing within the firm.

The Ideal Candidate:

You'll have:

• Extensive experience in Court of Protection matters, ideally managing high-value or complex files.
• Proven ability to take ownership of cases, make critical decisions and work with confidence in best interest processes.

• Excellent communication and advocacy skills, able to build strong relationships with clients, deputies and colleagues alike.
• A proactive and collaborative approach, with a genuine interest in mentoring and developing junior lawyers.
• Experience in trusts, deputyship or private client matters is highly desirable.

Why This Role Stands Out:

• Leadership and influence: Step into a senior role where your expertise shapes both the team and the service offered to clients.
• Meaningful work: Make a tangible impact on clients' lives through vital Court of Protection and welfare work.
• Collaborative culture: Join a supportive, forward-thinking firm that values expertise, innovation and teamwork.
• Professional development: Access structured learning, mentorship and opportunities to enhance your career in Court of Protection and private client practice.
• Hybrid working & wellbeing: Enjoy flexible working arrangements, a focus on wellbeing and a team that understands the importance of work-life balance.

Benefits & Rewards:

• Competitive salary from £60,000+ and bonus, reflecting your experience and expertise.
• 28 days holiday allowance, including birthday leave and wellbeing hours.
• Private medical insurance, life assurance, enhanced pension and employee assistance programmes.
• Social events, charity days, and a vibrant, friendly workplace culture.
• Career progression in a firm that invests in its people and recognises achievement.

If you're a Court of Protection solicitor ready to step into a senior role, take ownership of complex cases and make a real difference, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today and join a firm that offers autonomy, growth and the chance to leave your mark on a specialist practice!

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.