Senior Court of Protection Solicitor

Overview

Job title: Senior Court of Protection Solicitor
Location: Southampton
Salary: £65,000-£80,000+ DOE
PQE Level: 4+ PQE
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full-time

A leading national firm is seeking an experienced Court of Protection Solicitor to join its expanding Southampton team. This role involves working within a highly regarded department specialising in the property and financial affairs of individuals who lack capacity due to injury, illness, or age-related conditions. You will manage a varied caseload, including Deputyship matters, statutory wills, complex financial arrangements, and high‑value settlements, while acting in the best interests of vulnerable clients and their families.

The firm supports a flexible, people‑centred culture and provides opportunities for professional development, client engagement, and involvement in wider business initiatives.

This position is ideal for a solicitor with solid Court of Protection experience who is passionate about making a meaningful difference in clients  lives.

• Manage a varied caseload within Court of Protection, including Deputyship matters, statutory wills, complex financial arrangements, and high‑value settlements.
• Act in the best interests of vulnerable clients and their families, ensuring compliance with regulatory and professional standards.
• Contribute to client engagement and wider business initiatives within a collaborative, supportive team environment.
• Work with autonomy while maintaining empathy, precision, and clear communication.

• Qualified solicitor with 4+ PQE (as stated).
• Solid Court of Protection experience.

Flexible, people‑centred working culture with a focus on inclusion and development.

For more information on this role or other opportunities within Hampshire or the South East in general please contact Liam Andrews at Chadwick Nott.

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* At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*