Paralegal - Court of Protection - Robinson Harding Ltd - London

Robinson Harding Ltd are currently looking for a Paralegal to join our client’s Court of Protection department in London on a full-time, permanent basis.

The client has a national presence, with over 2,800 people employed across 15 UK offices. They are a firm who are passionate about the law and in providing their clients with the very best legal advice and guidance. They put the clients first and their care is second to none and this, underpinned by the promise to exceed client expectations, has helped the firm to grow to become one of the UK’s most successful and respected law firms.

The Department

The Court of Protection is the judicial body in England and Wales responsible for managing the affairs, assets and estates of anyone who does not have capacity to manage their own finances.

The team has a strong reputation in dealing with the full range of Court of Protection services including deputyship services, gifts, Enduring & Lasting Powers of Attorney and replacing deputyships with private trusts. Our client has dedicated departments located in Newcastle, Sheffield, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds and London that provide a specialist nationwide service. This team based approach means they work with colleagues to combine legal expertise from financial management, planning, investment, taxation and returns to the Court.

The Role

As a Paralegal, you’ll assist with case handling duties, working under supervision to help to progress high value and demanding cases. This is a busy and challenging role, where duties are diverse and no two days are the same. You’ll liaise regularly with a wide range of clients and medical professionals, in person and over the phone and in writing. Whether arranging meetings, seeking medical reports, chasing information, or interviewing witnesses; you’ll need to show a sensitive and professional approach at all times.

You’ll be carrying out various tasks such as research, and preparation and drafting of legal documents within set guidelines. You will meet with clients and witnesses for the preparation of witness statements and you will be responsible for instructing medical experts. To meet your monthly targets you’ll need to be experienced in multi-tasking and keeping to tight deadlines. Whilst planning and prioritising will be the key to your success, you’ll also need to be flexible and quick to respond to requests at short notice. You’ll be experienced in working under supervision, but with the ability and confidence to use your own judgement where required.
Candidates must have previous legal experience, ideally within Court of Protection, and a good standard of education. Applicants who have completed the LPC, but are not necessarily looking for a training contract would be considered as would candidates with a law degree, ILEX qualifications or post graduate legal qualification.

If you thrive on being busy and can adapt well to new challenges, then our client will provide all the training and support you’ll need to help you succeed in this highly rewarding role. You must be IT literate and attentive to detail, with proven expertise in client care.

The Benefits

In addition to your competitive basic salary our client offers an exciting benefits package including a contributory pension scheme, critical illness cover, health cash plan, death in service, discounted legal services, 25 days hols (this increases with length of service), discounted online shopping, season ticket loans, childcare vouchers.

How to Apply

To apply for this position please send us a copy or your CV and covering letter along with your salary expectations, quoting the reference number “IR-14488” or via our website at www.robinsonharding.co.uk. Please state the job reference number in the subject title of the e-mail.

If you have any further queries please also contact us on 0117 422 7000.

Please note the successful candidate will have to undergo a successful CRB and Credit check.

Robinson Harding Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

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