Court of Protection Paralegal

Location: Lincoln, UKPosition: Court of Protection ParalegalSalary: £25,000+ (DOE)

Capio Recruitment is working with a highly regarded Top 200 law firm to recruit a dedicated Court of Protection Paralegal for their Lincoln office. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established team, working on meaningful cases that directly impact the lives of vulnerable individuals and their families.

As a Court of Protection Paralegal, you will support solicitors and fee earners in handling a wide variety of matters related to the protection and management of vulnerable clients' property and financial affairs. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a growing and specialised area of law, with the potential to develop your career further.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with a caseload of Court of Protection matters, including deputyship applications, statutory wills, and matters involving mental capacity.
• Liaising with clients, their families, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders, ensuring high levels of client care and service.
• Drafting legal documents and preparing applications to the Court of Protection.
• Conducting legal research and assisting with the preparation of legal advice.
• Maintaining accurate case files, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Providing administrative support to the team, including managing correspondence, arranging meetings, and handling billing matters.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience working within a law firm, ideally in Court of Protection, Private Client, or a related area. You will have a genuine interest in helping vulnerable clients and a commitment to delivering excellent client care.

You will need:

• A degree in law (LLB or equivalent), a legal qualification such as the LPC, or significant experience in a similar role.
• Previous experience working as a paralegal in Court of Protection, private client, or mental health law.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A compassionate, client-focused approach with a passion for supporting vulnerable individuals.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• The opportunity to work in a leading law firm with an excellent reputation.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment, with opportunities for training and professional development.
• The chance to work on rewarding and impactful cases that directly benefit vulnerable individuals.