An established Public Law & Human Rights team is seeking a Solicitor/Associate to manage a dedicated Court of Protection Health & Welfare caseload. The team specialises in mental capacity, deprivation of liberty, and health & welfare disputes, acting for vulnerable adults and their families, and is consistently recognised in national legal directories for its expertise in this area.

The role involves advising on complex welfare matters, including residence, care arrangements, contact, capacity assessments, safeguarding concerns, and challenges to restrictive care arrangements. You will work closely with highly experienced colleagues on high-quality, meaningful cases that make a genuine difference to people's lives.

The caseload may include Section 21A challenges to deprivation of liberty, best interests applications, capacity disputes, safeguarding and risk-related matters, supporting vulnerable clients with complex needs, Care Act and public law judicial reviews, and Continuing Healthcare appeals.

Solicitor (NQ - 6 years PQE)
Experience in Court of Protection (Health & Welfare) is desirable but not essential
Knowledge of mental capacity law and working with vulnerable adults is advantageous
Exposure to Community Care and judicial review is beneficial
Passionate about protecting the rights of vulnerable individuals and committed to compassionate, client-focused legal services

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