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Head of Resourcing @ Blake Morgan LLP
We are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic paralegal to join our Court of Protection team who are part of our highly successful private law succession and tax division at our Southampton office. This is a 6 month fixed term role.
Excellent people skills are key, as the role involves communicating with a broad spectrum of individuals including those with vulnerabilities, their families, financial advisors, social workers, accountants, brokers, banks, and architects. A social care or medical background would be highly beneficial and previous experience in a professional environment would be helpful.
A substantial part of the role will involve financial matters, costing of work by the Senior Courts Costs Office, and financial reporting; experience in accounting and finance would be preferred.
Full training and support will be given for this role.
Typical Workload
* Day-to-day contact with clients, many of whom come to us as a result of brain injury or dementia diagnosis
* Preparing applications to the Court of Protection for the appointment of a deputy or amendments to orders
* Telephone enquiries from clients and supportive administration including filing
* Preparing deputyship reports and accounts
* Scheduling and visiting clients and their families alongside the team leader
* Making regular payments for clients and keeping accurate schedules of these payments. Also forecasting forward spending and creating budgets
* Preparing information for tax returns
* Processing and communicating with the costs draftsman for assessed costs
Skills / Experience Required
The successful applicant will be a law graduate with previous experience or a demonstrable interest in medical or social care interventions. Some previous work experience within a law firm would be highly desirable.
* Positive and enthusiastic approach
* Organisational skills
* Willing to learn and improve
* A team player
* IT literate with experience of using Excel
* Must have a clean driving licence
Seniority Level
Not Applicable
Employment Type
Contract
Job Function
Legal
Industries
Law Practice
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