Court of Protection Paralegal - Nelsons : Job Details

Why join Nelsons?

Nelsons is one of the largest and fastest growing law firms in the East Midlands with experts in Leicester, Derby and Nottingham.

In 2023, Nelsons became part of Lawfront, a national group of leading regional law firms dedicated to delivering comprehensive legal support to individuals and businesses nationwide.

Committed to strategic growth, Lawfront is aiming to build a group in the top 10 of UK regional law firms. As part of this group, you will be able to benefit from working locally for a well-respected leading law firm whilst accessing the scale, investment resources, expertise and professional development opportunities of a national organisation.

We look to empower our clients, give them a voice, fight for them, help them seek justice and steer them through complex legal issues they face. The desire to push ourselves forwards to better serve our clients has been a constant throughout our evolution.

With a defined vision and plan for growth, we have created a culture of working together to achieve and are looking to recruit people with ambition, drive and a can-do attitude to be part of our journey.

The successful candidate can expect a competitive package and benefits that you'd expect from a leading regional law firm which is part of a group of national scale.

The Role:

Our Private Client Department which the Court of Protection team is part of, is recognised by the Legal 500 as Tier 1 firm in the East Midlands, is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic individual to join the Court of Protection Team in Nottingham as a Paralegal.

The Court of Protection team plays a vital role in supporting vulnerable individuals, particularly those who lack the mental capacity to make decisions about their health, welfare, or finances. As well as Court of Protection, the team also provides advice to Boards of Trustees for grant making and almshouse charities. There will also be opportunities to provide support on matters relating to Trust creation and management within the role of Trustee.

As the Paralegal your primary focus is on Court of Protection and Trust Administration work, and you will be working closely with the team to

• Attend clients in hospitals, care homes, or their homes - with the support of a lead/senior fee earner;
• Maintain professional and confidential communication with clients, families, and third parties;
• Attending meetings to take minutes - both client facing and virtually;
• Draft legal documents such as witness statements, court applications, and letters - for approval of a lead/senior fee earner;
• Prepare and draft Office of the Public Guardian reports for the deputy approval;
• Assist in managing case files;
• Manage a caseload under supervision, often involving deputyship, health and welfare, or property and financial affairs;
• Record time accurately and ensure billing complies with Senior Courts Cost Office requirements;
• Handle correspondence, maintain schedules, and ensure client care standards are met;
• Support other fee earners and departments as needed;
• Attend networking events and contribute to firm visibility and
• Write articles or speak at events to build a reputation in the field.

The individual must be technically strong and with an eye for detail, you will need to have excellent communication and client care skills. Naturally self-motivated and enthusiastic, this role provides an excellent opportunity for an individual who is looking to gain experience and expand their knowledge. In return for your hard work and commitment, there will be on-going personal and professional support and the opportunity for you to develop your career at a progressive and forward-thinking law firm.

As part of this role, you will be given all the tools to succeed and can expect dedicated training, professional support and a host of benefits.

The extras:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and holiday purchase
• Healthcare cash plan
• Travel benefits
• Pension
• Well-being programme
• Discounts on selected legal service
• Hybrid Working following successful probationary period

With a defined vision and growth plan on track, we have created a culture of working together to achieve and are looking to recruit people who have a can-do attitude to be part of our journey and vision.