Sophia at Avocet Legal Careers is pleased to present a rewarding opportunity for an experienced Private Client Lawyer to join a specialist Care and Capacity team at a leading law firm in Torquay.
This is a fantastic chance to make a genuine difference to vulnerable clients' lives while working within a supportive, award-winning Private Client department.
About the Client
Our client is one of the largest and most progressive law firms in Devon and Somerset. Their Private Client team is renowned for its breadth of expertise and consistently delivers award-winning service. The firm offers a friendly, professional environment with strong commitment to career development and employee wellbeing.
About the Role
This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist Care and Capacity team, providing high-quality legal advice to vulnerable clients and their families. You'll handle complex matters relating to mental capacity law, Court of Protection proceedings, and safeguarding issues while working closely with healthcare professionals and social services.
Private Client Lawyer Responsibilities
- Advising clients and families on all aspects of mental capacity law including Lasting Powers of Attorney and Deputyship applications
- Representing clients in Court of Protection proceedings
- Managing complex cases involving health and welfare decisions, financial matters, and safeguarding concerns
- Working closely with healthcare professionals, social services, and other stakeholders
- Drafting legal documents and providing clear, practical advice to vulnerable clients
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice
- Managing a varied caseload independently and as part of a team
Private Client Lawyer Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with experience in private client law
- Expertise in care and capacity matters, including Court of Protection work
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with empathy for vulnerable clients
- Ability to manage a varied caseload independently and collaboratively
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
Benefits
- Highly competitive salary
- Excellent career progression opportunities
- Cash health plan
- Flexible working policy
- Cycle to work scheme
- Generous holiday allowance
- Plus more!
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be an experienced and compassionate Private Client lawyer with genuine passion for care and capacity work. You'll combine strong technical expertise in Court of Protection matters with the empathy and communication skills essential for supporting vulnerable clients during challenging times.
For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Sophia at Avocet Legal Careers on:
📱 01392 642518
📨 sophia@avocetlegal.co.uk