Paralegal - Court of Protection & Education - Brighton/Gatwick

Irwin Mitchell; Guildford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Irwin Mitchell is seeking a motivated Paralegal to join their Public Law and Human Rights team. This role involves assisting with Education and Court of Protection cases, including applications and judicial reviews. The successful candidate will have an undergraduate degree, excellent client care skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment. The firm values diversity, inclusion, and supports employee well-being through various benefits.

Benefits

Flexible pension schemes

Volunteering days: two paid days annually

Westfield Health membership

Well-being initiatives

Qualifications

• Paralegal or public law experience preferred.
• Knowledge of legal aid systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Drafting legal documents and applications to the Tribunal.
• Reviewing client documents and liaising with experts.
• Attending court and creating chronologies.

Skills

Client Care Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree or equivalent

Job description

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Paralegal - Court of Protection & Education - Brighton/Gatwick, Gatwick

Location: Gatwick, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 0fbdd97cdb6e

Job Views: 5

Posted: 02.06.2025

Expiry Date: 17.07.2025

Job Description:

Our Team

There is an exciting opportunity available in our Public Law and Human Rights team working alongside solicitors, mainly within Education and Court of Protection.

The team works nationally, assisting clients to appeal to the Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunal on EHCP appeals and disability discrimination claims. They handle judicial review cases, school exclusions, complaints, and safeguarding issues, often working with schools and colleges. Responsibilities include drafting letters before action, applications to the Tribunal, reviewing client documents, creating chronologies, applying for public funding, liaising with experts, and taking witness statements.

In Court of Protection work, the focus is on working with adults and young people transitioning into adulthood from 16. The team handles Health and Welfare applications, including deprivation of liberty cases. Tasks include reviewing records, visiting clients, attending court, drafting documents, liaising with parties, and applying for legal aid.

Our department is ranked highly in Chambers & Partners and the Legal 500, known for high-profile cases and a national reputation in test cases, with offices across the country.

About You

This role suits a motivated individual interested in Public Law & Human Rights. The candidate should:

• Hold an undergraduate degree or equivalent
• Have paralegal or public law experience, preferably in the above areas
• Possess excellent client care skills and sensitivity
• Have strong analytical and organizational skills
• Be IT literate with attention to detail
• Be capable of working independently and in a team
• Knowledge of legal aid systems is desirable

We value:

• Pioneering and imaginative outlook
• Approachability and caring nature
• Tenacity
• Efficiency
• Integrity

If you thrive in a busy environment and adapt well to challenges, we will provide training and support for this rewarding role.

Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You

• 25 days holidays plus bank holidays, with options to buy additional days
• Flexible pension schemes
• Volunteering days: two paid days annually
• Westfield Health membership and Aviva Digital GP services
• Well-being initiatives and flexible working options
• Recognition as one of the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing 2024

We are committed to diversity, inclusion, social responsibility, and environmental sustainability, supporting our colleagues and communities.