We’re recruiting a Court of Protection barrister (0-5 years call)

08 Sep 2025

Court of Protection

Cornerstone Barristers is inviting applications from ambitious junior practitioners to join our expanding Court of Protection team.

With over 60 members and based at Gray’s Inn, Cornerstone is recognised as a leading public law set. Our Court of Protection team, ranked by Chambers and Partners, is instructed by the Office of the Public Guardian, the Official Solicitor, NHS bodies, and Local Authorities, and continues to go from strength to strength.

We are now looking for barristers (0-5 years call) with:

  • Strong intellectual ability
  • A proactive approach to practice development
  • A genuine interest in building a Court of Protection practice

What we can offer you:

  • Legal excellence – high-profile, complex public law cases with real social impact
  • Genuine collegiality – a collaborative culture with cross-practice mentoring and support
  • Tailored clerking & practice management – proactive, responsive, and aligned with your ambitions
  • Flexible financial structure – adaptable arrangements to support your career and personal journey
  • Support for Silk & judicial appointments – structured guidance with a strong track record of success
  • A Chambers that feels human – serious about our work, but grounded, respectful and supportive

You’ll also be part of a set with opportunities to broaden your practice across our other areas, including planning, housing, licensing, property, information law, commercial and regulatory law.

Application details

Deadline: 29 September 2025

Further information about tenancy at Cornerstone Barristers is available here.

Guidance on submitting an application can be found here.

For a confidential discussion, please contact our Chief Executive, Nadia Biles Davies.