Court of Protection Welfare Solicitor / Paralegal

Southerns Solicitors Ltd

Burnley

Description

We are looking for a Solicitor or experienced caseworkers to join our highly respected and friendly Court of Protection welfare team.

Duties would include:

  • Handling a range of section 16 applications and section 21A challenges.
  • A wide variety of day-to-day tasks such as; taking instructions, drafting documents, securing appropriate funding, preparing witness statements, drafting instructions to experts, briefing counsel, attending court and meetings with clients.
  • You will often be working with clients who are very vulnerable.
  • Dealing with interesting and varied caseloads.
  • The opportunity to be involved in wider public law work such as mental health, community care and inquest cases.

Candidate Requirements:

We are looking for applicants who have the below qualifications and who can demonstrate:

Essential:

  • Experience in the Court of Protection or transferrable skills from other practice areas.

Desirable:

  • Full UK Driving Licence and access to a car.

Hours: This is a full time role, however part time hours will be considered.

Location: Choice to work from Burnley or Preston Office in a Hybrid role.

Burnley Office - 4a – 6a Hargreaves Street, Burnley BB11 1ES

Preston Office - 68 Glovers Court, Preston PR1 3LS

Benefits & Rewards:

The most valuable part of our business is our people. We provide the following benefits* alongside a friendly working environment that allows our team to flourish.

  • Competitive Salary
  • Support with Career Progression / Qualification including Training Contract or QWE Opportunities
  • 22 Days Holiday per annum, plus Bank Holidays
  • 1 Extra days Holiday for your birthday (Applies if your birthday is a normal working day and after 1 year completion at the workplace)
  • Workplace Pension (Company Contribution of 3%)*
  • Off Site (Paid) Parking
  • Regular Team Social Events
  • Flexible/Hybrid Working Conditions
  • Salary Sacrifice electric car scheme*

*Some benefits are subject to eligibility.

Closing Date: 30/06/2026

How to apply:

To apply please email your CV detailing your relevant experience to Emma Jackson (Practice Manager): [email protected]