Court of Protection

Dean Wilson LLP; Brighton; Ibrido; GBP 24.000 - 32.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Private medical cash plan

Life insurance

Company pension scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Hybrid working after training

Regular social events and sports teams

Dog-friendly office days

Clear career progression pathways

Descrizione del lavoro

Dean Wilson LLP invites applications for a Paralegal to join the Court of Protection team in our Brighton & Hove office. The role blends fee-earning tasks with administrative support and offers exposure to high-quality client work.

You will assist with WIP, time recording, billing, document preparation, legal research, and liaising with clients and professionals. The position includes hybrid working after training and a clear path for progression.

Competenze

• Previous experience in a legal or similar professional environment (essential).
• A law degree (desirable but not essential).
• Genuine interest in a legal career and the Court of Protection field.

Mansioni

• Supporting the Senior Paralegal with fee-earning tasks.
• Managing WIP, time recording, and billing to a high standard.
• Communicating with clients, families, carers and professionals by phone, email, or in person.
• Preparing and maintaining legal documents and records in line with firm procedures.

Conoscenze

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Formazione

Law degree

Descrizione del lavoro

We’re excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Paralegal to join our highly regarded Court of Protection team at our Brighton & Hove office. This is a dynamic role combining fee-earning responsibilities with administrative support. You’ll be working closely with senior team members to deliver exceptional client service and contribute to the strategic goals of the firm.

Key Responsibilities

These will include but not limited to:-

• Supporting the Senior Paralegal and Executive with fee-earning tasks
• Managing WIP, time recording, and billing to a high standard
• Communicating directly with clients, families, carers, and professionals via phone, email, and in person
• Managing client affairs including HMRC, insurance, benefits, and invoices
• Preparing and maintaining legal documents and records in line with firm procedures
• Handling initial client enquiries and directing them appropriately
• Conducting legal research
• Assisting with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual billing figures
• Drafting routine correspondence independently
• Obtaining quotes for services and liaising with external providers
• Budgeting and account reconciliation for clients
• Attending marketing events to promote the department and firm
• Performing other reasonable duties as required

About You

We’re looking for someone with:

• Previous experience in a legal or similar professional environment (essential)
• A law degree (desirable but not essential)
• A genuine interest in a legal career and the Court of Protection field
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• The ability to work well under pressure in a busy team
• A proactive, enthusiastic, and collaborative approach
• Empathy and patience
• Be able to manage the needs/demands of clients with brain injuries and/or other life changing injurie

What We Offer

We value our people and offer a supportive, inclusive environment with:

• Private medical cash plan
• Life insurance
• Company pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Standard working hours: 9am–5pm, Monday to Friday
• Hybrid working options after training
• Regular social events and sports teams
• Dog-friendly office days
• Clear career progression pathways