Paralegal Work, Jobs in Whatton, Ntt (with Salaries)

Court of Protection Paralegal
Lawstop —Nottingham
- £25,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Work from home
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8d
Paralegal (12-month secondment)
Barbon Group Ltd. —Lincoln
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Computer skills
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Family Paralegal
Hawley & Rodgers solicitors —Nottingham
- £25,000 - £26,000 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- English
- In-person
- Bereavement leave
- Sick pay
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3d
Court of Protection Paralegal
Nelsons —Nottingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
2d
Paralegal
Potter Clarkson —Nottingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Administrative experience
- Organisational skills
- Computer skills
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IP Paralegal (CIPA)
Potter Clarkson —Nottingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
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Paralegal - Family Law
Maclaren Warner Solicitors —Ilkeston
- £26,000 - £30,000 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- No degree
- Organisational skills
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6d
Family Law Paralegal
Barnes Family Law Limited —Ilkeston
- £26,000 - £30,000 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- No degree
- Organisational skills
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8d
Paralegal (12-month contract)
Barbon Group Ltd. —Lincoln
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Computer skills
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Paralegal - New Builds and Developments
Mallory Pryce —Nottingham
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
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Conveyancing Paralegal
Eventus Recruitment Group —Eastwood
- £25,000 - £30,000 a year
- Call to connect
- Communication skills
Legal Assistant
Property Management Legal Services Limited —Mansfield
- From £24,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- English
- Microsoft Office
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22h
Private Client Paralegal
Eventus Recruitment Group —Nottingham
- £25,000 - £28,000 a year
- Call to connect
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Free parking
Administrator (6-month fixed term contract)
Potter Clarkson —Nottingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
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Experienced Paralegal
Property Management Legal Services Limited —Mansfield
- From £24,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
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22h
Conveyancing Paralegal
Arrow Conveyancing —Leicester
- £23,132.20 - £24,000.00 a year
- Microsoft Word
- English
- Microsoft Office
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Conveyancing Paralegal
Mallory Pryce —Derby
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Contracts
- Communication skills
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Legal Secretary
Mallory Pryce —Loughborough
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Travel
- Communication skills
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Family Care Paralegal
Nelsons —Derby
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
2d
Conveyancing Paralegal
Waterstone Legal —Leicester
- £28,000 - £33,000 a year
- Temporary
- Microsoft Outlook
- Travel
- Contracts
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Court of Protection Paralegal

Lawstop
Nottingham

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£25,000 a year
8 days ago

Benefits

Work from home

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Law
Stakeholder liaison
Filing
Case record updates
Court bundle preparation
Legal drafting
Court statement preparation
Legal research
Organisational skills
Witness statement preparation
Communication skills
Time management

Full job description

Job Title: Court of Protection Paralegal (Legal Aid)

Department: Court of Protection
Location: Nottingham / Derby (with occasional outreach and court attendance)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £25,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Job Purpose

Lawstop, an expanding legal aid law practice, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Court of Protection Paralegal to join our 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.

Key Responsibilities

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

Person SpecificationEssential

Previous experience as a paralegal or legal assistant (Court of Protection, public law, community care, housing, immigration, education or similar desirable)
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

Previous Legal Aid experience
Understanding of Legal Aid Agency procedures and compliance requirements
Knowledge of Court of Protection and mental capacity principles
Experience preparing court bundles and assisting at hearings
Familiarity with case management systems

Key Competencies

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 (where applicable)
Legal Aid training and ongoing development opportunities
Support for professional development and career progression

Why Join Lawstop?

Lawstop is a specialist legal aid firm driven by social justice, committed to supporting vulnerable individuals and delivering high-quality legal services.

We offer:

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

Additional Information

Occasional travel required for court hearings and client meetings
The successful candidate will be subject to relevant background checks
Lawstop is committed to equal opportunities and diversity
Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process
All recruitment processes comply fully with GDPR and applicable legislation

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Nottingham NG1

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