The Company?
A well established London law firm is seeking a Paralegal to join its Court of Protection team. This Paralegal role offers exposure to a broad range of Court of Protection matters, supporting fee earners across the day-to-day management of vulnerable client cases. The Paralegal will gain hands‑on experience in financial administration, legal documentation and client support. This Paralegal opportunity is suited to someone looking to develop a long-term career within Court of Protection work in a supportive team environment.
The Role
As the Paralegal you will support Partners and fee earners across a varied Court of Protection caseload.
- Supporting Court of Protection matters from file opening through to ongoing management
- Drafting correspondence, legal documents and client communications
- Maintaining accurate electronic and paper case files
- Liaising with clients, families, the Office of the Public Guardian and third parties
- Managing incoming calls, emails and general queries
- Assisting with financial administration and client account records
- Supporting preparation of reports for the Office of the Public Guardian
- Monitoring deadlines, diaries and compliance requirements
- Assisting with billing, time recording and file management
- Supporting general administrative and case progression tasks
The Paralegal?
You will have a genuine interest in Court of Protection work and a compassionate, client focused approach.
The Paralegal must have:
- Previous legal experience (desirable, ideally Court of Protection, Private Client or similar)
- Law degree, LPC, CILEX or equivalent qualification (advantageous)
- Strong communication skills, written and verbal
- Excellent organisation and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Empathetic, professional and discreet approach to client care
- Proactive and flexible working style
- Good IT and case management system skills
In return ?
- 25,000 to 28,000 salary
- Training and development opportunities
- Exposure to specialist Court of Protection work
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Pension scheme and life assurance
- Flexible benefits package
- Long term career development within a respected practice
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