The Court of Protection is the judicial body responsible for making decisions relating to the management of finances and other affairs of those individuals who lack the mental capacity to do so themselves. As one of the UK’s leading firms of solicitors, we have a dedicated and experienced team who specialise in all matters relating to the Court of Protection. Our team helps clients who are responsible for managing someone else’s affairs, those who are concerned about the ability of someone else to manage their own affairs or another person’s affairs and clients who may be concerned about their own ability to manage their affairs.

This is a busy and fast-paced role, so you’ll need to work quickly and accurately while building strong relationships with your team and our clients.

Your Role and What You'll Be Doing 

• Taking instructions from clients and assist with the giving of legal advice, including obtaining evidence and, where appropriate, to achieve appropriate resolutions for the clients.
• Achieve time recording and fee income targets to ensure profitable working.
• Attend and contribute to team/practice area meetings and comply with directions/decisions made to ensure team objectives achieved.
• Keep up to date with changes in relevant law and practice and attend appropriate training events to ensure up to date legal knowledge and best practice.

• Some previous Paralegal experience, preferably in Court of Protection but subject area is not essential
• Great communication and organisational skills
• A friendly, enthusiastic and can-do approach
• Empathy and compassion to help guide our clients through challenging personal circumstances
• A friendly, enthusiastic, and can-do approach