Specialist Claimant Costs Practice · Legal Costs

Court of Protection Costs Draftsperson

Specialist Court of Protection costs draftsperson joining a growing claimant firm during a strategic expansion of its CoP team.

Leeds, Liverpool or Carlisle Flexible hybrid 2-3+ years (claimant-side)

Key Highlights

  • £28,000-£35,000 DOE
  • Flexible hybrid model
  • Significant incoming Court of Protection volume
  • Structured hiring plan of 3-6 professionals annually

About the Opportunity

As part of a strategic expansion of its Court of Protection team, this growing specialist claimant costs firm is seeking a technically strong Court of Protection Costs Draftsperson. There is significant incoming volume in this area and the role is central to the department's continued development.

Responsibilities

  • ·Draft Court of Protection Bills of Costs
  • ·Assist with budgets and Points of Reply
  • ·Support negotiations
  • ·Manage files independently where appropriate
  • ·Work alongside senior consultants on higher-value matters

What We're Looking For

  • ·2 to 3+ years' Court of Protection costs experience, claimant-side only
  • ·Ability to run files cradle to grave (or very close to independently)
  • ·Budget drafting and Points of Reply exposure
  • ·Strong technical drafting competency
  • ·Confident drafting skills with strong attention to detail
  • ·Keen to develop within a specialist claimant practice

Benefits

  • ·Flexible hybrid model
  • ·25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • ·Health insurance
  • ·Death in service
  • ·Performance-based bonuses
  • ·Additional leave incentives