Nottingham
Paralegal Hybrid / Remote Court of Protection Paralegal (Legal Aid) Department: Court of Protection Nottingham / Derby (with occasional outreach and court attendance) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent An expanding legal aid law practice, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Court of Protection Paralegal to join a friendly and supportive team. The role supports fee earners in delivering high-quality legal services to vulnerable clients, including individuals who lack capacity, under the Legal Aid scheme. You will assist with a varied caseload of health and welfare Court of Protection matters, ensuring compliance with Legal Aid Agency (LAA) requirements and firm procedures. This is an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated individual with previous legal experience who is looking to develop a long-term career within a fast-paced, socially focused legal aid practice. Casework & Client Support • Assist solicitors with Court of Protection health and welfare matters, • Conduct initial client interviews (in person or via video call) and take detailed instructions, • Draft routine correspondence, legal documents, and witness statements, • Prepare court bundles in line with court requirements, • Attend client meetings, outreach locations, and court hearings (with counsel where required), • Liaise with clients, family members, litigation friends, medical professionals, experts, and external agencies, • Instruct counsel and experts (e.g. psychologists/psychiatrists), • Maintain accurate attendance notes and case records, • Conduct legal research where required Legal Aid & Compliance • Assist with Legal Aid applications (Legal Help and Controlled Legal Representation), • Support reporting requirements to the Legal Aid Agency, • Ensure files are maintained in line with LAA requirements and firm auditing standards, • Assist with time recording and preparation of bills for assessment, • Ensure all case files are accurately maintained and closed in a timely manner to support efficient billing processes, • Comply with firm policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements Client Care & Communication • Provide a sensitive, professional, and empathetic service to vulnerable clients, • Maintain regular communication with clients and stakeholders, • Handle enquiries efficiently and escalate complex issues appropriately, • Work with patience, tact, and professionalism at all times Administrative Duties • Manage files, correspondence, and document management systems, • Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records, • Support diary management and hearing preparation, • Provide general administrative support to the department Requirements: • Strong academic background (Law degree LLB or equivalent), • Experience working with vulnerable clients, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Strong organisational and time management skills, • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, • High level of attention to detail, • Self-motivated, mature, and able to take initiative, • Driving licence and access to a vehicle Desirable: • Client-focused and empathetic approach, • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, • Initiative and problem-solving ability, • Ability to manage competing priorities, • Professional integrity and confidentiality, • Ability to quickly absorb legal information and conduct research Key Duties Summary • Client meetings (in person, video, and outreach locations), • Taking instructions and advising clients, • Drafting correspondence and legal documents, • Preparing court bundles, • Legal aid applications and reporting, • Liaising with solicitors, experts, and external bodies, • Attending court with counsel (in person or remote), • Time recording and file management Benefits • Salary £25,000 per annum, • Full-time, permanent position, • Work from home flexibility, • Legal Aid training and ongoing development opportunities, • Support for professional development and career progression Client offers: • A supportive and collaborative working environment, • Exposure to complex and meaningful casework, • Ongoing training and development, • Genuine opportunity to make a real difference in clients’ lives, • A diverse and inclusive workplace culture