Solicitor - Court of Protection

Court of Protection Solicitor - Health and Welfare - Newcastle upon Tyne Make a meaningful difference to people when they need it most. We''re delighted to be working with a well-established and highly regarded law firm in Newcastle upon Tyne to recruit an experienced Court of Protection Solicitor specialising in Health and Welfare. This is a fantastic opportunity for a solicitor who is passionate about protecting the rights, dignity and wellbeing of vulnerable individuals and who wants their work to have a genuine and lasting impact. You''ll join a supportive specialist team, advising on complex and sensitive matters where individuals may lack the mental capacity to make important decisions about their health, care and welfare. The Role As a Court of Protection Solicitor - Health and Welfare, you''ll advise and represent clients across a varied caseload of health and welfare matters, often involving complex and sensitive circumstances. Your responsibilities will include: Managing a caseload of Court of Protection health and welfare matters from initial instruction through to conclusion. Advising and representing individuals who may lack the capacity to make decisions about their health, care, accommodation or personal welfare. Advising family members, deputies, professionals and other relevant parties where appropriate. Handling applications and proceedings before the Court of Protection. Advising on best-interests decision-making and disputes concerning an individual''s ..... full job details .....