Solicitor – Court of Protection

Our client is looking to recruit a Solicitor or Legal Executive to work with the Oxford team dealing with Court of Protection work.  The caseload includes; assisting injured parties, elderly clients and those with special needs to manage their property & affairs where a deputy order is in place.  The team also deals with Court panel referrals, personal injury compensation trusts and professional attorneyships.

The work will include drafting applications to the Court of Protection, assisting with the purchase and adaption of properties, bank account and budgeting reviews, meetings with clients, liaising with the Court and the Office of the Public Guardian, preparation of annual reports, billing and file management.

They have a clear Diversity and Equal Opportunities Policy in place and it applies to all aspects of recruitment, employment, promotion and training.

Part of this is providing an inclusive work environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed; and making sure there are no obstacles based on sexual orientation, disability, age, gender, marital status, race, national or ethnic origin, colour, pregnancy and maternity, religious or philosophical belief.