Bindmans – Court of Protection Solicitors (Public Law and Human Rights)
Bindmans are an award-winning multidisciplinary law firm with an exceptional track record offering a wide range of specialist legal services to our clients, from medium-sized businesses and NGOs to public figures and private individuals. Ranked as a top-tier firm by the legal directories, some of the most brilliant lawyers in the country work at Bindmans.
Our Court of Protection team, which is part of our Public Law and Human Rights Department, is looking to recruit two dynamic, innovative and exceptional solicitors to join us.
£42,000 – £55,000 dependent on experience.
Overview of key responsibilities
The roles involve handling a substantial Court of Protection caseload, with some, limited scope to undertake other public law work alongside this, including in education, community care, representing bereaved families at inquests, civil claims, judicial reviews, and healthcare challenges. Candidates will need to demonstrate significant experience in running a Court of Protection caseload of their own. Subject to that, we are interested in applications from candidates at all levels, up to associate and salaried partner level.
Position one: Locum maternity cover, for a period of 12 months commencing Jan/Feb 2026.
Position two: Permanent role which provides an exciting opportunity to develop an interesting and varied practice.
Equal Opportunities and Diversity
Bindmans LLP is an equal opportunities employer, committed to increasing diversity in our firm and our wider profession. Applications from candidates who are BME, have a disability or who are from a less privileged background are particularly encouraged.
How to apply
Please view the role’s job description and person specification in the downloadable files.
If you are interested in applying please complete the recruitment pack. Completed recruitment packs should be emailed to recruitment@bindmans.com, quoting the respective vacancy reference number.
If you would like to discuss the role and/or a potential application, please contact: Laura Hobey-Hamsher by email: laura.hobey-hamsher@bindmans.com or by telephone: 020 7014 2093.
Please note that CVs will not be accepted for this role.
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