Lawstop (Nottingham/Derby) – Court of Protection Paralegal

Lawstop (Nottingham/Derby) – Court of Protection Paralegal

• Job title: Court of Protection Paralegal (Legal Aid)
• Salary: From £25,000 – DOE

Job Purpose

Lawstop are looking for a paralegal to support fee earners within the Court of Protection team in delivering high-quality legal services to vulnerable clients, including those lacking capacity, under the Legal Aid scheme. The role involves assisting with a varied caseload of health and welfare matters, ensuring compliance with Legal Aid Agency (LAA) requirements and firm procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Casework Support

• Assist solicitors with Court of Protection matters, including health and welfare applications
• Draft routine correspondence, witness statements, and court documents
• Prepare bundles for court hearings in line with court requirements
• Liaise with clients, litigation friends, family members, medical professionals, and external agencies
• Attend client meetings and take accurate attendance notes
• Conduct legal research where required

Legal Aid & Compliance

• Assist with Legal Aid applications (including Controlled Legal Representation and Legal Help)
• Ensure files are maintained in accordance with Legal Aid Agency (LAA) requirements
• Support billing processes, including time recording and preparation of bills for assessment
• Ensure compliance with firm policies, Legal Aid regulations, and file auditing standards

Client Care

• Provide a sensitive and professional service to vulnerable clients
• Maintain regular communication with clients and stakeholders
• Handle enquiries efficiently and ... where appropriate

Administrative Duties

• Manage files, correspondence, and document management systems
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records
• Assist with diary management and hearing preparation

Person Specification

• Previous experience as a paralegal or legal assistant (preferably in Court of Protection, public law, or community care);
• Law degree (LLB) or equivalent;
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle;
• Strong organisational and time management skills;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to work with vulnerable clients in a sensitive and professional manner;
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience working under a Legal Aid contract;
• Knowledge of Legal Aid procedures and compliance requirements;
• Understanding of Court of Protection processes and mental capacity principles;
• Familiarity with case management systems;
• Experience preparing court bundles and assisting with hearings.
• Client-focused approach;
• Ability to take instructions and show initiative;
• Teamwork and collaboration;
• Ability to manage competing priorities;
• Professional integrity and confidentiality.

Additional Information

• The role will involve occasional travel for court hearings and client meetings
• The successful candidate will be required to undergo relevant background checks

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