Court of Protection Solicitor - Altrincham, United Kingdom - Simpson Judge Ltd

Simpson Judge Ltd

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Altrincham, United Kingdom

4 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Court of Protection Solicitor (NQ - 2 Years PQE)

Salary DOE

South Manchester - Hybrid

Due to our client's growth and expansion, we are looking for a talented Court of Protection Solicitor to join our award-winning law firm.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our well-established law firm that offers excellent training and career prospects.

Key Responsibilities:

Managing a mixed caseload of deputy administration cases including clients with complex needs and high value litigation awards.
Working closely with clients who lack capacity together with family members and often as part of an MDT.
Take instructions from the client and liaising with the deputy in order to progress best interest's decisions in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act.
Providing advice on the applicable law, procedures and legal issues relating to the client's case.
Draft documents, letters, court documentation and contracts tailored to the client's individual needs.
Negotiate with clients and other professionals to secure the agreed objectives.
Keep the client informed on the progress of their case, including funding, insurance arrangements, ongoing costs, issues, and money held in client account.
Instruct Counsel and experts to provide advice and representation on the client's case.
Comply with all Court and tribunal deadlines.
Represent clients in tribunals and in Courts where required.
Supervise and delegate work to Court of Protection administrators as well as paralegals as appropriate.
Liaise with Costs Draftsmen.

Key Skills:

Possess a high level of client care and communication skill in order to assist vulnerable clients together with their families.
Time management and time keeping.
Understand the need for confidentiality in relation to client and business.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Attention to detail.
Adaptability and flexibility.
Able to work under pressure.
Able to work on own initiative.
Able to work independently and as part of a small team.
Able to work in a paperless environment.
Commitment to the success of the firm

Minimum Qualifications:

Admitted to the Law Society roll of solicitors.
No ongoing regulatory investigations or regulatory restrictions arising from your work for solicitors' firms.
No unspent criminal convictions or any convictions at all for dishonesty.