Solicitor - Court of Protection - Cambridge

An opportunity has arisen for a Solicitor or Legal Executive to join a highly regarded Court of Protection team in Cambridge. The team specialises in supporting individuals who lack the mental capacity to make decisions about their own financial affairs, acting for clients with significant personal injury and clinical negligence awards, helping to safeguard and manage their finances while ensuring their long-term needs are met.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop expertise within a nationally recognised team. You will support on a broad range of Court of Protection matters, gradually taking responsibility for your own caseload whilst working alongside experienced lawyers on complex and high-value cases.

Responsibilities include assisting with the management of Court of Protection Property & Affairs matters, supporting deputyship applications and ongoing administration, working on matters involving trusts, statutory wills, LPAs and wider private client issues, developing relationships with clients, families, case managers and other professionals, assisting with business development initiatives, and delivering excellent client service to vulnerable clients and their support networks.

• Completed a training seat in Court of Protection, Private Client, Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence or a related area, or able to demonstrate a genuine interest in the field.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with a client-focused approach.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• High level of attention to detail and a commitment to delivering outstanding client service.
• Interest in working with vulnerable clients and supporting them through complex and sensitive matters.
• Knowledge of deputyships, LPAs, trusts or broader Court of Protection processes would be advantageous but is not essential, as full training and support will be provided.