Paralegal

The Firm
Our client is a well-regarded Legal 500 law firm, known for its strong Private Client practice and high standards of client care. They offer a supportive, collaborative environment with clear opportunities for development. They are now looking for Paralegals to join their Private Client and Court of Protection teams.

The Opportunity
Both Paralegal roles sit within busy, client-focused departments, where you will support fee earners on a broad range of matters and play an important part in delivering a high standard of client service. You will also assist with the efficient management of files and administrative processes. Key responsibilities include:

• Accurately record chargeable time, maintaining clear file and attendance notes
• Demonstrate understanding of mental capacity in relation to Wills, LPAs and Court of Protection matters
• Assist with drafting Wills and LPAs, and support fee earners in client meetings and relationship management
• Maintain and regularly update central records where partners act as Executors or Attorneys
• Release original documents to clients in line with firm procedures
• Take a proactive approach to estate administration and management of affairs under LPAs or deputyships
• Support the probate process, including preparing Inheritance Tax forms for review
• Assist with Court of Protection matters, including deputyship applications and annual reports
• Liaise with financial institutions and follow up on outstanding matters
• Draft correspondence and monitor documents for fee earner review
• Progress tasks through to completion, following up where needed

These Paralegal positions are full time, permanent roles, working Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm

Requirements

• Previous Paralegal/Legal Assistant experience within a Private Client or Court of Protection team (6 months +)
• Typing speed of at least 60 WPM
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, research tools

Vacancy Highlights

• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Strong focus on training, development, and career progression
• Exposure to a broad range of high-quality work
• Hybrid working (3 days office/2 days remote)

To be considered for these Paralegal opportunities, please contact us for a confidential discussion.

Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.