Court of Protection Paralegal
The stellar Mental Health and Court of Protection specialist firm in the region is seeking an ambitious, experienced Court of Protection Paralegal to join its much-vaunted team. This role focuses on welfare and Section 21A matters, providing high-quality advice and representation to vulnerable individuals who lack capacity.
Responsibilities
* Assist with managing a Solicitor’s busy workload on a one-to-one basis.
* Undertake client visits.
* Instruct Counsel.
* Draft applications and statements.
* Attend court hearings alongside the Solicitor.
* Ensure all work aligns with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Legal Aid requirements.
Qualifications
* Demonstrable Court of Protection experience, ideally within welfare and Section 21A cases.
* Strong organisational, communication and case management skills.
* Experience of Legal Aid processes.
This is an excellent opportunity to be an integral part of a close knit team making a meaningful impact managing the highest quality of instructions. Get in touch today to find out more.
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