Paralegal - Private Client/Court of Protection

Origin Legal; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in London is seeking a dedicated Paralegal to join their Private Client team. You will assist with Court of Protection work, managing client affairs, and communicating with clients. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in Private Client work, excellent attention to detail, and a collaborative attitude. This is a rewarding opportunity to develop your legal career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Private Client or Court of Protection work.
• Excellent attention to detail and written communication.
• Calm and professional manner with sensitive matters.
• Good organizational skills to manage deadlines.
• Collaborative attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist with applications to the Court of Protection.
• Support the day-to-day management of client affairs.
• Draft legal documents including Statutory Wills and Trusts.
• Communicate with clients, families, and professionals.
• Maintain accurate files and support fee earners.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Organizational skills

Collaborative attitude

Job description

We are supporting a well-regarded law firm in their search for a dedicated Paralegal to join their Private Client team, with a focus on Court of Protection work.

Our client are a modern and extremely progressive top tier, Legal 500 law firm that is supportive and takes great pride in developing the lawyers that join them.

They havegrown substantially over the last 10 years to a turnover of £11m and over 65 fee earners and arenow a Top 200 UK Law firm with a strong business plan of further future growth and development, aiming for another 30% growth in the next five years.

State of the art systems, first class management and a client base of quality rather than quantity are on offer to a Paralegal wishing to be part of this exciting law firm.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support clients who are vulnerable or lack capacity, often with complex financial or care needs. The role offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to work as part of a specialist and supportive team.

Key responsibilities:

• Assisting with applications to the Court of Protection
• Supporting the day-to-day management of client affairs
• Drafting legal documents including Statutory Wills and Trust
• Communicating with clients, families, and professionals
• Maintaining accurate files and supporting fee earners

What is required:

• Previous experience in Private Client or Court of Protection work
• Excellent attention to detail and written communication
• A calm and professional manner when dealing with sensitive matters
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage deadlines
• A collaborative attitude and a willingness to learn

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your legal career in a highly respected team, working on meaningful cases that make a difference