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Our client, a full service, Legal 500 law firm based in Lincolnshire, are looking for an experienced Court of Protection solicitor to join their Grimsby office.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly skilled team renowned for their matters relating solely to those who do not have the capacity to make informed decisions on their own.

The role:

* Supporting and leading on all of the CoP and Mental Capacity Act matters received by referral.

* Working on the Department’s CoP applications and MCA matters including for Deputyships/Trusts Statutory Wills, gifts, DoLS and finance/welfare abuse and safeguarding.

* Liaising closely with the HoD and Partners on internal Court of Protection training.

* Developing relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders such as the PI, Medical Negligence and Regulatory departments and costs draftsman for Deputy appointments.

The person:

* Be a qualified solicitor in England & Wales.

* Have between 1-8 years PQE (although candidates outside this range are encouraged to apply).

* Be a Court of Protection solicitor with a focus on Health & Welfare matters and acting for vulnerable people.

Benefits:

* Competitive salary and bonus scheme, supplemented by annual salary reviews and promotion opportunities.

* Private Health Insurance.

* Self-invested personal pension plan.

* Life assurance.

* Hybrid working.

* Discounted legal fees