Paralegal Court of Protection

A respected law firm is seeking a compassionate and organised Court of Protection Paralegal to join its London team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Court of Protection Paralegal looking to develop their legal career within a specialist team supporting clients and their families. The successful Court of Protection Paralegal will work alongside experienced Partners and fee earners, gaining exposure to a broad range of Court of Protection matters while developing strong technical and client management skills.

The successful Court of Protection Paralegal will join a supportive and experienced legal team with a strong focus on delivering high-quality advice and client care. The firm provides a collaborative environment where junior legal professionals can develop their knowledge, take on responsibility and build a long-term career within Court of Protection work.

As the Court of Protection Paralegal you will support the team with the day-to-day management of client matters, legal documentation and financial administration.

The role will include:

* Supporting Partners and fee earners across a varied caseload of Court of Protection matters
* Opening client files and completing onboarding and compliance checks
* Drafting correspondence, legal documents and client communications
* Maintaining accurate electronic and paper case files
* Liaising with clients, families, professionals and third parties
* Managing incoming calls, emails and correspondence
* Assisting with financial administration, including client account records and payment processes

You will be an organised and empathetic individual with an interest in developing your career within Court of Protection law.

The Court of Protection Paralegal must have:

* Genuine interest in Court of Protection work and supporting vulnerable clients
* Previous legal experience is desirable, ideally within Court of Protection, Private Client or a similar area
* LPC, Law Degree, CILEX or equivalent qualification would be advantageous
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Strong organisation and attention to detail
* Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
* Professional and empathetic approach when dealing with clients and families

* -25,000 - -28,000 salary
* Competitive benefits package
* Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
* Pension scheme and life assurance
* Flexible benefits package
* Ongoing training and career development opportunities

If you are a Court of Protection Paralegal considering your next career move, please contact Chris van Aurich at Brandon James on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.