This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Court of Protection department of this highly regarded law firm based in central Sheffield. This role is ideally suited to a law graduate who has an interested in working in this area of law. This is a busy and varied role where you will be responsible for providing support and assistance to Paralegals to enable them to manage their caseloads and provide services to our clients.
Duties will include:
To provide support to the Paralegals in the Trust and Court of Protection Administration Team
Working alongside other fee earners on a variety of tasks related to the ongoing administration of client matters.
Preparing cash reconciliation statements
Reviewing bank statements and other cash statements, and reconciling payments
Liaising with 3rd parties, clients, and other professionals
Opening bank and investment accounts, paying invoices, preparing asset, income, and expenditure statements
Updating our case management system.
Providing cover during colleagues' absence in all areas as required
Maintaining an awareness of Lexcel and internal procedures, processes and guidelines
The Ideal Candidate
Office experience is desirable
Previous experience working as a Legal Assistant or Legal Administrator is beneficial
Good IT skills
Ability to empathise with the varying needs of our clients
Good time management and organisational skills
Ability to communicate with people at all levels in all situations