Irwin Mitchell
Associate Solicitor - Court of Protection
Irwin Mitchell, Bristol, Virginia, United States, 24202
Your Role
Managing multi-million-pound settlements via Deputyships and Trusts
Chairing annual review meetings
Overseeing property transactions and care arrangements
Preparing statutory will applications
Running your own caseload of property and affairs matters
Supporting the Deputy in delivering high-quality, client-centred services
Collaborating with solicitors and paralegals to ensure seamless support
Contributing to business development and client engagement initiatives
About You
Is empathetic, resilient, and passionate about supporting vulnerable individuals
Has excellent written and verbal communication skills
Can manage complex caseloads with care and precision
Works well both independently and as part of a team
Is committed to making a meaningful difference in clients’ lives
Requirements
4–8 years PQE
Strong understanding of Court of Protection procedures and related litigation
Experience working with clients affected by serious injury or illness (desirable)
Private client experience (desirable)
Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You
25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can ‘buy’ up to 35hrs of extra holiday too.
Generous and flexible pension schemes.
Volunteering days – Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid)
Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services.
We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you’re fully supported. This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements.
We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2024!
Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We’re committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim.
Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It’s made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono.
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Managing multi-million-pound settlements via Deputyships and Trusts
Chairing annual review meetings
Overseeing property transactions and care arrangements
Preparing statutory will applications
Running your own caseload of property and affairs matters
Supporting the Deputy in delivering high-quality, client-centred services
Collaborating with solicitors and paralegals to ensure seamless support
Contributing to business development and client engagement initiatives
About You
Is empathetic, resilient, and passionate about supporting vulnerable individuals
Has excellent written and verbal communication skills
Can manage complex caseloads with care and precision
Works well both independently and as part of a team
Is committed to making a meaningful difference in clients’ lives
Requirements
4–8 years PQE
Strong understanding of Court of Protection procedures and related litigation
Experience working with clients affected by serious injury or illness (desirable)
Private client experience (desirable)
Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You
25 days holidays as standard plus bank holidays - You can ‘buy’ up to 35hrs of extra holiday too.
Generous and flexible pension schemes.
Volunteering days – Two days of volunteering every year for a cause of your choice (fully paid)
Westfield Health membership, offering refunds on medical services alongside our Aviva Digital GP services.
We also offer a wide range of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace and to make sure you’re fully supported. This includes our Flexible by Choice programme which gives our colleagues more choice over a hybrid way of working subject to role, team and client requirements.
We have been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations for 2024!
Our responsible business programmes are fundamental to who we are and our purpose. We’re committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where our colleagues can flourish, and we have established a number of inclusion network groups across our business to support this aim.
Our commitment to Social Responsibility, community investment activity and tackling climate change is a fundamental part of who we are. It’s made up of four strands: Our People, Our Community, Our Environment and Our Pro Bono.
#J-18808-Ljbffr