Court Of Protection Paralegal

G2 Legal Limited; Hoylake; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

G2 Legal Limited is seeking a diligent Court of Protection Paralegal to join its specialist Mental Health and Court of Protection team in the region. The role concentrates on welfare and Section 21A matters, providing high-quality support to vulnerable individuals who lack capacity.

You will assist with managing a Solicitors' busy workload, attend court hearings with the Solicitor, draft applications and statements, and ensure work complies with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Legal Aid

Qualifications

• Court of Protection experience preferred.
• Strong organisational and communication skills required.
• Knowledge of Legal Aid processes would help.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing a solicitor's busy workload.
• Instruct Counsel and draft applications and statements.
• Attend court hearings alongside the Solicitor and ensure compliance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Legal Aid requirements.

Skills

CofP experience

Case management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Court of Protection Paralegal

The stellar Mental Health and Court of Protection specialist firm in the region areseeking an ambitious, experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its much-vaunted Court of Protection team. This role focuses on welfare and Section 21A matters, providing high-quality advice and representation to vulnerable individuals who lack capacity.

You will assist with managinga Solicitors' busy workload on a one to one basis. Duties includeundertakingclient visits, instructing Counsel, draftingapplications and statements, and attending court hearings alongside the Solicitor. You will ensure all work aligns with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Legal Aid requirements.

Applicants would ideally have demonstrable Court of Protection experience;however all experienced Litigation Paralegal's with a passion for Court of Protection work are encouraged to apply. Strong organisational, communication, and case management skills are essential, any experience of Legal Aid processes would also benefit.

This is an excellent opportunity to be an integral part of a close knit team makinga meaningful impact managing the highest quality of instructions.

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