Court of Protection Legal Assistant

3 weeks ago


Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Clayton Legal - Legal Recruitment Specialists Full time

About the Firm: A distinguished legal practice known for its commitment to excellence and ethical standards is currently seeking a Court of Protection Paralegal to join their specialized team. This firm has a rich history of delivering exceptional legal services, fostering strong client relationships, and achieving results with integrity and care. They are dedicated to client satisfaction, ethical practices, and active community involvement.

Role Overview: As a vital member of this collaborative team, the successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Assisting solicitors with managing caseloads related to professional deputyships and trusteeships.
  • Drafting essential legal documents, including court applications, statements, and correspondence.
  • Maintaining effective communication with clients, their families, solicitors, therapists, and other professionals through various channels.
  • Preparing annual reports for the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG).
  • Handling First-Line Assistance (FLA) inquiries via calls and emails within your expertise.
  • Managing deputyship and client designated account balances, providing regular financial reports to file handlers.
  • Processing payments from deputyship and client designated accounts as authorized by file handlers.
  • Conducting monthly reconciliations of deputyship and client designated accounts.
  • Managing a caseload of execution-only Personal Injury Trusts and lay deputyship applications.
  • Opening and closing files as necessary.

Required Skills:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
  • Strong numerical and file management capabilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
  • Understanding of statutory duties associated with Court of Protection and deputyship files.
  • Ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
  • Experience in direct client interactions, both in-person and over the phone.
  • Familiarity with electronic case management systems and collaboration with trade unions.

Essential Attributes:

  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
  • Proactive approach to tasks and responsibilities.
  • Strong data entry, organizational, and administrative skills.
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Clear and effective communication, both written and verbal.
  • Competency with computer systems and keyboard skills.
  • Understanding the significance of client relations.
  • Proficient telephony skills.
  • Knowledge of filing systems.
  • Ability to draft correspondence, including emails.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to providing compassionate and skilled support to clients, ensuring they receive the highest standard of service. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic legal environment.



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