SOLICITOR OR LEGAL EXECUTIVE (Court of Protection – Property & Financial affairs)WORTHINGCOMPETITIVE SALARY & EXCELLENT BENEFITSOur well-established client is looking for a Solicitor or Legal Executive to operate as a specialist in their Court of Protection team based in their Worthing office.Dealing solely with property and financial affairs, the ideal candidate will be able to manage complex caseloads from start to completion with an empathetic nature and a passion for this area of law.Responsibilities· Managing a caseload of Property & Affairs matters· Drafting a range of complex legal documents including advice letters, grounds of appeal, formal complaints, instructions to experts and counsel, court forms and applications, position statements and witness statements.· Opportunity for advocacy at needs assessments, dispute resolution meetings, statutory appeals and court or tribunal hearings.· Liaising with clients, experts, public bodies, counsel and the Court.· Overseeing preparation of bundles by junior fee earners and support staff.· Assisting with the training and supervision of junior fee earners and support staff where appropriate.· Ensuring work is maintained at a high level of quality throughout to promote the reputation of the firm.· Assisting with management of fee estimates, invoicing and accounts processes.Essential skills and experience· Experience of Court of Protection Property & Affairs.· Ability to work effectively as part of a team.· Strong client care and interpersonal skills.· Good verbal and written communication skills.· Excellent IT skills plus good knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Excel spreadsheets).
