Court of Protection Paralegal / Legal Assistant
- Opportunity to specialise and grow in a thriving Court of Protection team
- Laid-back, trusting culture with genuine flexibility
- Progression potential, including future sub-head of department scope
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing Court of Protection team in either Burnley or Preston. You’ll be part of a close-knit, well-structured department led by an experienced Head of Private Client and Court of Protection, and supported by a Director who sits on the national Panel.
You’ll enjoy a friendly, relaxed environment where you’re trusted to get on with your work without micromanagement. With plenty of steady incoming work, including property & financial affairs matters from local authorities, internal referrals and Panel-derived cases, you’ll have stability from day one.
Weekly and monthly team meetings ensure you feel connected and supported, and as the team continues to expand, this is a brilliant time to join a department with genuine long-term progression potential.
Who we’re looking for:
- Experience supporting fee earners within private client or CoP (desired)
- Able to assist solicitors and work collaboratively with other paralegals
- Strong organisational skills and willingness to learn
- A collaborative, growing team environment
- Strong internal referral sources and stable workflow
- No pressure for BD
What you’ll be doing
- Manage or support a varied Court of Protection caseload
- Work predominantly on property & financial affairs matters, with future opportunities in health & welfare
- Collaborate closely with an experienced Head of Department and a Panel-appointed Director
- Attend weekly team meetings and monthly reviews
- Deliver supportive, high-quality client care
- Contribute to a positive, relaxed team atmosphere
Salary & Benefits
- Hybrid working: 2–3 days in the office
- Flexibility with working hours
- Clear progression framework
- Trust-based culture with no micromanagement
- Plenty of work already coming in
- Supportive team environment with strong supervision and collaboration
- Must be office-based during 3-month probation (potential flex for experienced hires)
Contact Kelly Reid
📩 kelly.reid@realmrecruit.com
📞 03300 245 606
Kelly has long-standing relationships across the North West private client and Court of Protection market. She’ll give you honest, clear guidance about whether this opportunity is the right move for you.
Key details
Salary
£25,000 - £25,000
Location
- Lancashire
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Court of Protection
Job ref
V-56003
Specialist for private client, Court of Protection and contentious probate in the North West.
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