Overview
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We are currently recruiting for a talented individual to join our first class Court of Protection team. We are seeking those with experience within Court of Protection, drafting applications for the appointment of deputies for property and affairs, whilst also working on statutory will applications, gift and care applications along with annual OPG accounts. There is also the opportunity to delegate to paralegals and support staff, along with participating in marketing opportunities and contributing to blogs and media commentary. Other aspects of the role would include producing complex documents, briefs and witness statements, along with leading client meetings and managing negotiations.
Who are we? Slater and Gordon are a leading consumer law firm, and our mission is to give people easier access to world class legal services. We are a legal services business powered by technology and led by people that support customers in every step of their case. Client service is at the heart of Slater and Gordon and we take pride in the impressive headlines we generate, demonstrating our range of work and the relentless pursuit of justice by our Solicitors.
Responsibilities
* Utilise experience within Court of Protection to draft applications for the appointment of deputies for property and affairs, statutory will applications, gift and care applications, and annual OPG accounts.
* Produce complex documents, briefs and witness statements, and lead client meetings and negotiations.
* Delegate to paralegals and support staff where appropriate.
* Contribute to marketing opportunities and blogs/media commentary.
Qualifications and experience
* Experience within Court of Protection and drafting applications for the appointment of deputies for property and affairs.
* Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 is desirable and experience with purchase of properties is a plus.
* Ability to work on complex documents and manage client meetings and negotiations.
Benefits and professional development
* Hybrid working – 2 days per week in the office (must live a reasonable distance to commute to the office)
* 35 hours per week – Monday to Friday – Flexible and agile working environment
* 25 days holiday allowance plus bank holidays
* Buy and sell annual leave up to 5 days
* Employee Referral scheme with payments up to £2000 per referral
* Group Incentive Plan (Annual Bonus Scheme)
* Aviva Digicare+ Workplace App with health, GP, mental health, and other services
* Employee Assistance Programme with stress awareness and counselling webinars
* Group Income Protection
* Health and wellbeing programmes and apps including gym discounts, private medical insurance, cycle to work, meditation, etc.
* Life Assurance and pension
* Benefits Hub with discounts for services including cinema, travel, high street stores
* Free legal help and discounted lawyer-led legal services
* Support for continuous professional development with funding for qualifications and training
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Legal
Industry
* Law Practice
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