Court of Protection Paralegal

Hodge Jones & Allen; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

Hodge Jones & Allen LLP

Leading London NW1 Solicitors

Hodge Jones & Allen LLP are looking to recruit a full-time Paralegal to assist our Private Client Team with Court of Protection matters.

The successful candidate will have a basic understanding of the role of the Court of Protection and duties of a Deputy, as well as a basic understanding of Personal Injury Trust work and duties of a Trustee.

You will be expected to assist the Court of Protection team with their professional deputyship work and professional trustee work, inclusive of liaising with clients and stakeholders. You will also manage your own files of basic Deputyship applications.

You will need to have good administrative and literacy skills. You will be very methodical, have excellent time management skills, and be able to work on your own initiative, as tasks will be allocated throughout the day and urgent ones will need to be dealt with in a timely manner.

You will be part of a busy team, which will involve you dealing with people at all levels; therefore, excellent communication skills are essential, especially when dealing with vulnerable clients with varying degrees of capacity.

You will be expected to take part in marketing activities to promote the profile of the team.

Good computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, as well as excellent attention to detail, are essential, as well as being able to work to tight deadlines.

Operating from modern Central London premises, Hodge Jones & Allen LLP are a highly regarded firm. We offer good prospects, training, and IT facilities.

To apply, please send a covering letter, your CV, and salary expectations to Alisha Patel by clicking the apply button.

Closing date: 5pm, Tuesday 22 April 2025.