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Position title
Court of Protection Fee Earner
Description
Due to growth an exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Court of Protection Fee Earner to join a highly regarded, award-winning CoP Team based in the heart of Manchester.
Working alongside some of the best in their field, this opportunity would suit an experienced Fee Earner or NQ – 4 PQE Solicitor experienced in a wide range of Court of Protection matters. The quality of work is both varied and challenging and would suit someone looking to progress their career and develop as a lawyer in this field of work.
Not only that - but this firm also offers a competitive salary, benefits package, career opportunities and excellent working conditions (hybrid after a settling in period).
Responsibilities
* Running your own varied caseload of deputyships either arising from 1) personal injury or clinical negligence claims (pre- and post-settlement) and/or 2) deputyships from the OPG panel and local authority.
* Carrying out Grade C/D work on a broad range of deputyships matters, supporting Grade B senior file handlers and working closely with the deputies.
* Working within a sub-team of circa 6 (2 other file handlers and 3 paralegals to support) within the wider department.
* Supporting and protecting client’s needs on a wide range of issues including financial planning, management of their funds, assets, property and care arrangements.
* Working with families, therapists, case managers, social services and local authorities, care providers, government bodies, benefits agencies, financial institutions, and other professional bodies.
Qualifications
* 1+ years’ experience in COP, ideally running their own caseload. They can be a solicitor/legal executive/experienced paralegal/other experience as a file handler.
* A commitment to excellent client care and court of protection work.
* Able to set and manage client’s budgets and cash flow effectively.
* Excellent IT skills particularly with experience in Word, Excel and Outlook.
* Ability to communicate well orally and in writing, including dealing directly with clients.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Exceptional organisational skills.
* Strong team working ethic.
Job Benefits
This is firm not only leaders in their field, they offer leading benefits too! A competitive basic salary plus a range of exciting benefits awaits the successful candidate.
What next?
Apply today for immediate consideration