Paralegal

Court of Protection Paralegal – London (Hybrid)

£33,000 | Permanent | Full-time

A well‑established London law firm is seeking a Court of Protection Paralegal to join their specialist team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with proven CoP experience who wants to build their expertise within a supportive, high‑performing department.

The Role

Working closely with partners, solicitors and fellow paralegals, you will support vulnerable clients and help manage their financial and personal affairs. Responsibilities include:

• Providing administrative and legal support across a busy Court of Protection caseload
• Assisting with supervised legal advice and taking notes in client meetings
• Visiting clients in hospitals, care homes and private residences
• Managing client finances, including making payments, maintaining accurate schedules, forecasting spend and preparing budgets
• Daily communication with clients and their representatives, adapting to individual lifestyle needs
• Handling confidential correspondence with clients, solicitors and third parties
• Drafting clear, plain‑English documents including letters, witness statements and court applications
• Supporting multiple fee‑earners and delegating tasks where appropriate
• Maintaining high standards of client care and compliance
• Continuing to develop legal knowledge and professional skills

Person Specification

• Court of Protection experience is essential
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise under pressure
• Confident working to tight deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong interpersonal skills and a client‑focused approach
• Comfortable working with figures and financial information
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Flexible, proactive and positive attitude

Qualifications

• Law degree preferred
• Prior experience in a Court of Protection role required