Job Title: Court of Protection Paralegal (Experience in Court of Protection is essential for this role)
Location: North London (Hybrid)
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 + bonus
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
❗❗❗Please note that experience in Court of Protection is essential for this role, and we kindly ask that only candidates with relevant experience apply.
Job Overview:
We are working with a well-established, Legal 500 recognised law firm to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic Court of Protection Paralegal. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and highly respected Private Client department based in North London, with a hybrid working arrangement on offer. This role will suit a motivated legal professional looking to further their career in Court of Protection matters, with an emphasis on client contact, file management, and supporting senior fee earners on complex matters.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assisting solicitors and partners with a caseload of Court of Protection and private client work.
* Managing and maintaining client files.
* Drafting correspondence and legal documents.
* Liaising directly with clients, their families, and relevant external professionals.
* Handling sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
* Supporting project work and taking ownership of specific delegated tasks from associates and partners.
Essential Skills and Experience:
* Experience in Court of Protection is essential
* Strong organisational and time management skills
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Good communications skills with an ability to explain complex areas of law in a simple and coherent way.
* Exceptional attention to detail for all written work
* A Team-Playing spirit
* ILEX or LPC qualification would be an advantage
* Some previous experience in Private Client area would be an advantage but not essential