Court of Protection Paralegal

Court of Protection Paralegal
Manchester City Centre

\n A Top Tier Legal 500 firm based in Manchester City Centre is seeking a motivated and compassionate Court of Protection Paralegal to join its growing Private Client team.

\n This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal with experience in Court of Protection matters, or someone with a strong interest in this specialist area, to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The Role
\n Working alongside experienced solicitors, you will assist with a varied caseload of Court of Protection matters, supporting clients who lack capacity and helping to manage their financial affairs.

\n Your responsibilities will include:

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• Assisting with the day-to-day management of deputyship files
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• Preparing Court of Protection applications and supporting documentation
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• Liaising with clients, families, care providers, local authorities, case managers and other professionals
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• Managing client finances, including budgeting, payments and record keeping
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• Drafting correspondence and legal documents
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• Preparing annual reports for the Office of the Public Guardian
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• Supporting fee earners with complex Court of Protection matters
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• Ensuring files are maintained accurately and in compliance with regulatory requirements
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About You
\n The successful candidate will ideally have:

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• Previous experience working within a Court of Protection or Private Client team
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• A genuine interest in supporting vulnerable clients
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• Excellent organisational and time management skills
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• Strong communication skills with a professional and empathetic approach
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• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
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• The ability to manage competing priorities effectively
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• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management systems
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Candidates with experience as a Court of Protection Paralegal, Private Client Paralegal, Legal Assistant or similar will be considered

What's on Offer

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• Competitive salary based on experience
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• A modern office in Manchester City Centre
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• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
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• A supportive and collaborative team culture
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• Opportunities for progression within a growing specialist department
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• A comprehensive benefits package
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If you are looking to build your career in Court of Protection law with a respected Manchester-based firm that values professional development and client care, we would love to hear from you.

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