Court of Protection Paralegal (Experience in Court of Protection is essential for this role)

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in North London is seeking a Court of Protection Paralegal with essential experience in Court of Protection matters. This full-time permanent role offers a dynamic work environment where you will assist solicitors with client files, draft legal documents, and engage directly with clients. The ideal candidate should possess exceptional attention to detail, strong interpersonal skills, and a team-playing spirit.

Qualifications

• Experience in Court of Protection is essential.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting solicitors and managing a caseload of Court of Protection work.
• Drafting correspondence and legal documents.
• Liaising directly with clients and handling sensitive information.

Skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

ILEX or LPC qualification

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Client:

ABL Recruitment

Location:

london (city of london), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Court of Protection Paralegal (Experience in Court of Protection is essential for this role)

Location: North London (Hybrid)

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Please note that experience in Court of Protection is essential for this role, and we kindly ask that only candidates with relevant experience apply.

Job Overview:

We are working with a well-established, Legal 500 recognised law firm to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic Court of Protection Paralegal. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and highly respected Private Client department based in North London, with a hybrid working arrangement on offer. This role will suit a motivated legal professional looking to further their career in Court of Protection matters, with an emphasis on client contact, file management, and supporting senior fee earners on complex matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting solicitors and partners with a caseload of Court of Protection and private client work.
• Managing and maintaining client files.
• Drafting correspondence and legal documents.
• Liaising directly with clients, their families, and relevant external professionals.
• Handling sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Supporting project work and taking ownership of specific delegated tasks from associates and partners.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Experience in Court of Protection is essential
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good communications skills with an ability to explain complex areas of law in a simple and coherent way.
• Exceptional attention to detail for all written work
• A Team-Playing spirit
• Previous paralegal experience / ILEX or LPC qualification would be an advantage
• Some previous experience in Private Client area would be an advantage but not essential