Court of Protection Solicitor

Court of Protection Solicitor – Leeds

A leading national law firm is seeking a Newly Qualified Court of Protection Solicitor (up to 2 years PQE) to join its highly regarded Health, Care and Public Law team.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop specialist expertise in Court of Protection and Mental Health law, working alongside recognised experts who advise NHS Trusts, ICBs, commissioners, public bodies and independent healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of Court of Protection and Mental Health matters with appropriate supervision


• Advise healthcare clients on issues including mental capacity, deprivation of liberty, care arrangements, contact disputes and medical treatment decisions


• Work closely with senior lawyers on complex and high-profile matters


• Build strong relationships with clients, clinicians, courts and other stakeholders


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