Court of Protection Solicitor / Paralegal

Southerns Solicitors Limited; Burnley; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and friendly team as a Court of Protection Solicitor or Paralegal. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on diverse cases, including Mental Health and Community Care matters, while providing essential support to vulnerable clients. You'll engage in various tasks from drafting legal documents to attending court, ensuring that each day brings new challenges and rewards. With hybrid working arrangements, you can enjoy a great work-life balance while advancing your career in a supportive environment. If you're proactive and motivated, this is the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the legal field.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Career progression opportunities

Professional development

Attractive benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Court of Protection and Mental Health law.
• Ability to manage vulnerable clients and build trust.

Responsibilities

• Handle section 16 applications and manage a Court of Protection caseload.
• Draft documents, secure funding, and attend court meetings.

Skills

Court of Protection knowledge

Mental Health law

Community Care law

Client relationship management

Document drafting

Court attendance

Education

Law degree

Solicitor qualification

Tools

Legal software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Court of Protection Solicitor / Paralegal

A DAY IN THE LIFE:

On a typical day, my time is divided between working on Court of Protection, Mental Health, and Community Care matters. Typically, I will be drafting documents, attending meetings, or out and about visiting clients in different settings. I enjoy the separation this brings to my days, and I always feel I am working on something different.

With these client groups, it can occasionally be difficult to establish rapport and form good working relationships, so it is essential you are able to be adaptable. Whilst we face some challenges, it is always very rewarding when your client begins to trust you and you can work together toward achieving the outcome they desire. No two days are the same, and that is why this kind of work feels right for me.

Location: Burnley

About the role

We are looking for a solicitor or experienced caseworker to join our large Court of Protection team.

You will be expected to carry out the following tasks:

• Handling section 16 applications and section 21A challenges.
• Carrying out a wide variety of day-to-day tasks such as taking instructions, drafting documents, securing appropriate funding, preparing witness statements, providing instructions to experts, briefing counsel, attending court, and meeting with clients.
• Working with clients who are very vulnerable.
• Handling a Court of Protection caseload, with opportunities to be involved in mental health, community care, and inquests.

A full UK driving licence and access to a car is essential for this role.

Salary: Commensurate with experience, together with an attractive package of benefits.

We have hybrid working arrangements in place which offers flexibility and a great work/life balance. We offer a range of opportunities for career progression and professional development. The salary is competitive and dependent on experience with a start date as soon as possible.

Why this role

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive, motivated individual to join a friendly team.

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