Average Protection Solicitor salary in London

Our client, a highly regarded specialist law firm recognised by both Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, is seeking an experienced Court of Protection Solicitor to join its team in London.This is an excellent opportunity for a senior practitioner to work within a market-leading department, handling complex and meaningful work while contributing to the development of both the team and the wider firm. The role offers long-term career progression, including the opportunity to move towards team leadership, supervise junior colleagues, and develop a recognised niche practice.The RoleYou will primarily advise on Mental Capacity Welfare matters within the Court of Protection, alongside related Community Care and Judicial Review work where appropriate. The position involves working with vulnerable clients and their families, as well as professionals and public bodies, delivering high-quality legal advice in complex and sensitive matters.• Managing Mental Capacity Welfare cases in the Court of Protection from instruction to conclusion• Advising clients on health and welfare decisions, best interests, deprivation of liberty and related issues• Conducting Community Care and Judicial Review matters linked to mental capacity issues• Providing pragmatic, legally robust advice to vulnerable clients and their representatives• Drafting pleadings, statements, and legal submissions• Liaising with the Official Solicitor, local authorities, healthcare providers, and other professionals• Maintaining files and case management in line with Lexcel and firm procedures• Ensuring compliance with SRA standards, Legal Aid Agency regulations, and internal policies• Assisting with supervision, mentoring, and technical guidance of junior team membersSkills and Experience• Qualified Solicitor or FILEX with at least 4 years’ PQE in Mental Capacity law• Strong experience handling Health and Welfare cases in the Court of Protection• Excellent working knowledge of Mental Capacity Law and Practice• Good working knowledge of Mental Health Law, Community Care law, and Judicial Review• Experience working with legally aided matters and familiarity with LAA requirements• Member of the Law Society Mental Capacity (Welfare) Accreditation Scheme, or working towards accreditation• Confident communicator with excellent client care skills• Ability to manage complex cases and competing court deadlines effectivelyWhat’s on Offer• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience• Clear pathway towards senior responsibility and team leadership• Hybrid working supporting work-life balance• Opportunity to work within a nationally recognised specialist team• Supportive, inclusive, and collegiate working environment• Ongoing training, professional development, and accreditation support• Comprehensive wellbeing and benefits package, including bonus considerationShould you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal Recruitment Limited.Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

Court of Protection Solicitor – London This highly regarded firm is looking for an experienced Court of Protection Solicitor to join its friendly and collaborative London team. This is a role where your work genuinely matters and where you'll be supported by a team that values empathy, teamwork and high-quality client care. The Role You'll manage a varied caseload of property and financial affairs matters for vulnerable clients who lack capacity, ensuring they receive sensitive, thorough and client-centred support. Your work will involve: Managing significant settlements through Deputyships and TrustsHandling property transactions, care arrangements and statutory will applicationsChairing annual review meetings and supporting families through key decisionsPlaying an active role in business development with warm, incoming enquiries About You You'll be a great fit if you: Have 4+ PQE with strong Court of Protection experienceBring empathy, resilience and a passion for helping vulnerable individualsCommunicate clearly and manage complex caseloads with confidenceEnjoy working collaboratively while also taking ownership of your files Why This Role? This firm is genuinely people-focused. You can expect: Excellent benefits and flexible working optionsStrong wellbeing initiativesOpportunities to volunteer and engage with the communityA warm, inclusive and supportive environment where your development is taken seriously #INDCATS

Role: Court of Protection Solicitor (Health and Welfare) A Legal500, Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Solicitor for highly sought permanent positon.Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Our client’s accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm.Court of Protection Background: The Court of Protection adjudicates or resolves disputes that concern adults who lack mental capacity to make decisions. Disputes typically include whether the person has the capacity to make decisions and what is in that person’s best interests.Our Client's Court of Protection team has been recognised by The Legal 500 for their dedication to achieving the best possible results for their clients and for putting a "tremendous amount of work" into their cases. The team is multidisciplinary team regularly collaborating with the company’s experts in mental capacity, mental health, community care, clinical negligence, family, childcare and public law.They are dedicated to their clients and support family members and advocates and are regularly instructed by the Official Solicitor in cases relating to the wellbeing of an individual who lacks capacity, including health and welfare, medical treatment, financial issues and mental capacity.Main Duties and Responsibilities:Report directly to Department Director.Responsible for all aspects of Court of Protection work (health and welfare) and, on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members.Conduct court of protection litigation and advocacy in relevant court hearings.Professional proactive approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients’ needs.Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities.Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases.Dealing with correspondence.Maintaining accurate time-costing procedures.Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor/director following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly.Ensuring compliance with file management.You will have a professional, pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the Company.Key Skills Required: Have extensive experience in dealing with health and welfare Court of Protection-related workExperience in own advocacy is an advantageWorking knowledge of the publically funded Court of Protection work and the ability to service privately funded casesGood working knowledge of Mental Capacity Law and practice appropriate to PQEMust have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applyingTeam player and adapts well to new challengesPrevious proven supervisory experience is desirable and working on key performance indicators is essentialProfessional with a proactive approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters sensitively and resolve complicated practicalitiesExcellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new businessExcellent analytical and organisational skillsAbility to use own initiative and sound judgmentExcellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skillsProven ability to manage a demanding caseload and meet deadlines.Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate and organised case records.Ability to work collaboratively in a team and build strong client relationships.This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required.On offer is an attractive salary package, a supportive team environment and real prospects for promotion. The Company will consider applicants wishing to work part time, full time or with flexible working hours. The Company will allow hybrid-working in accrdance with company policy.About Gemini Recruitment and Equal Opportunities: Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK.The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role.