Court of Protection Paralegal

Eventus Legal has an opportunity for an experienced Court of Protection Paralegal to join a nationally recognised specialist team in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. This is a permanent job position offering a salary of £28,000 to £35,000 depending on experience, hybrid working with two days remote working from home each week following initial training, 27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, an additional day of leave at Christmas, pension contributions, and life assurance.

The successful Court of Protection Paralegal will work on varied and complex matters supporting vulnerable clients while developing their technical knowledge within a Legal 500 and Chambers recognised practice.

The Court of Protection Paralegal will support a specialist team with the efficient progression of a varied and complex caseload, helping to deliver sensitive and practical support to vulnerable clients and their families. Key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with deputyship matters and the day-to-day administration and progression of cases.
• Supporting financial management work and annual reporting for deputyship clients.
• Preparing and progressing Court of Protection applications and related documentation.
• Providing practical client support throughout matters and helping cases progress efficiently from instruction through to resolution.
• Liaising with clients, families, case managers and other professionals, building trusted working relationships.
• Working accurately with financial information and maintaining a high standard of organisation and attention to detail.

Applications are welcomed from experienced paralegals based locally to Tunbridge Wells who already specialise in Court of Protection work and are comfortable working sensitively with vulnerable clients. You should also be able to demonstrate the following:

• Previous experience specialising in Court of Protection work.
• Detailed knowledge of Court of Protection procedures, the Mental Capacity Act 2005, the Code of Practice, Court of Protection Rules and Practice Directions.
• Demonstrable experience supporting matters involving vulnerable clients.
• Experience of acquired brain injury matters would be desirable.
• Strong client care and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust with clients and their families.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills when dealing with clients, colleagues and third parties.
• Strong IT and numeracy skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel and the ability to work accurately with financial information.
• An empathetic and approachable manner, with the resilience to provide high levels of support in sensitive and emotionally demanding situations.

The package combines flexibility, strong annual leave and long term professional development within a highly ranked specialist practice. The successful Court of Protection Paralegal will also benefit from:

• Salary of £28,000 to £35,000 depending on experience.
• Hybrid working with two days remote working from home each week following initial training.
• 27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• One additional day of leave at Christmas.
• Pension contributions.
• Life assurance.
• Professional support and opportunities to develop your career within a specialist team.
• Exposure to high quality and complex Court of Protection work.
• Training and development opportunities to progress your career.

This Lexcel accredited law firm has a nationally recognised specialist Court of Protection practice, with the team recognised by both Legal 500 and Chambers. Its lawyers advise on Court of Protection matters including deputyships, personal injury trusts, statutory wills and lasting powers of attorney, and regularly support clients affected by acquired brain injury and significant personal injury awards. The firm places a strong emphasis on high quality client care, professional development and a collaborative working environment.

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.