Court of Protection Solicitor / Paralegal

Join the newly merged and stronger than ever Southerns and odonnells Court of Protection team!

Following the exciting announcement of odonnells solicitors joining Southerns on 1 October 2024, this specialist health and welfare team is recruiting.

We are looking for two solicitors or experienced caseworkers to join our highly respected and friendly Court of Protection team.

Full-time applicants preferred but part-time applicants will be considered.

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  • Closing Date

    Open Vacancy: no closing date

  • Salary

    Commensurate with experience – No Agencies.

  • Location

    Burnley

About the role

We are looking for two solicitors or experienced caseworkers to join our highly respected and friendly Court of Protection team.

Full-time applicants preferred but part-time applicants will be considered.

The role will involve:

Handling a range of section 16 applications and section 21A challenges.

A wide variety of day to day tasks such as taking instructions, drafting documents, securing appropriate funding, preparing witness statements, drafting instructions to experts, briefing counsel, attending court and meetings with clients.

You will often be working with clients who are very vulnerable.

Interesting and varied caseload.

The opportunity to be involved in wider public law work such as mental health, community care and inquest cases.

A full UK driving licence and access to a car is preferable for this role.

Salary – commensurate with experience together with an attractive package of benefits.

We have hybrid working arrangements in place which offer flexibility and a great work-life balance.

Choice to work from our offices in Burnley and/or Preston.

Supportive and passionate team.

We offer a range of opportunities for career progression and professional development.

The salary is competitive and dependent on experience.

Start date as soon as possible.

Why this role

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive, motivated individual to join a friendly team.

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To apply please submit a CV and covering letter via the 'Submit' button below, telling us more about you, your experience and what you can bring to the role.

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