Category: Job adverts

Donovan Newton Solicitors

We are a Midlands based firm specialising in Mental Health and Mental Capacity Law. Due to continued growth and expansion we have a vacancy for a Paralegal.

The role will entail:
• Assisting with casework;
• Attending clients, taking instructions, viewing medical records, and preparing cases;
• Dealing with correspondence;
• Maintaining accurate time costing;
• Ensuring compliance with file management.

Previous experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be offered. The successful candidate must have a full driving licence, own transport and a willingness to travel to the various hospitals and courts that we cover. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential and the successful candidate will be self-motivated with an ability to work alone and as part of a team. The majority of the work will be done remotely. Good IT skills will also be required.

Salary is dependent upon level of experience and qualifications. This is a full-time post but applicants seeking a part-time position will also be considered.

Interviews will take place at our office in Derby. For further information or to apply please contact Simon Newton at:

simon.newton@donovannewton.co.uk

 

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Vacancies with odonnells solicitors, Preston for paralegals

to support Court of Protection and Mental Health teams

We are recruiting additional paralegals, to support our mental health and Court of Protection teams, both at introductory, and more advanced levels.

We will consider candidates looking for full-time and part-time positions.

For candidates who already have a law degree, and some experience of working in a solicitor’s office, there is an opportunity to progress quickly to the position of trainee solicitor.  There is also an opportunity for those who do not have such qualifications and experience, but do have a willingness to learn and interest in providing PA type support to other members of the team.  Extensive training will be provided.

What is essential is a genuine interest in supporting the needs and rights of vulnerable individuals, who may have complex mental health needs, and an understanding of the importance of being part of a team.  The successful candidate will need good communication skills, familiarity with use of computer systems, and a calm and level-headed approach under pressure.

Salary dependent upon level of experience and qualifications.

Interviews will be at our office in Preston.  Applications should be by email with CV attached, addressed to our managing partner, Jane Gale, and sent care of the following email address:-

office@odonnells-solicitors.co.uk

Closing date for applications – 19/11/18

 

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Hogans Solicitors are currently recruiting for an experienced mental health tribunal advocate.

The successful candidate should be an existing member of the Law Society’s Mental Health Accreditation Scheme and have at least 12 months experience of running their own caseload and carrying out their own advocacy.

He/she must have a full, clean driving licence and own transport. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must and the successful candidate will be self-motivated with an ability to work alone and also as part of a team. He/she must be able to adapt to different ways of working and be flexible in their approach. Good IT skills will also be required.

The role will involve all aspects of mental health tribunals, hospital managers hearings and CPA meetings and ensuring that files are run in accordance with the LAA requirements.

The successful candidate will be based out of our offices in Rainhill, Merseyside and the package will be competitive depending on experience and qualifications.

For further details or to apply for the role, please send a cover letter and CV to info@hogans.co.uk

Deadline for applications 30th November 2018

 

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VACANCY FOR MENTAL HEALTH PANEL MEMBER

We are currently looking a highly driven Mental Health Panel Member, who has experience in assisting clients that are suffering from mental health problems and are detained under the Mental Health Act 1983.

The Role will entail:

• Assisting with casework in Mental Health Law.
• Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases.
• Dealing with correspondence.
• Maintaining accurate time costing.
• Ensuring compliance with file management.
• Advocacy at Mental Health Tribunals, HMH, CPA Meetings.

The successful candidate must be Accredited with the Law Society on the Mental Health Panel.
We will also consider a candidate who is not a solicitor but is on the Law Society’s mental health panel.
We are looking for a friendly team player who is willing to work within a mixed group of lawyers in one office near to the City Centre of Manchester.

If you are interested then please Contact Yasmin Aslam by email at fya@agicriminalsolicitors.co.uk

  

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Mental Health Fee Earners – London, Birmingham and Leeds

GT Stewart Solicitors and Advocates is a Legal 500 and Chambers UK recommended firm. We are recruiting experienced Mental Health Fee Earners to join our mental health teams in our London, Birmingham and Leeds offices.

Candidates who are accredited under Law Society’s Mental Health Accreditation Scheme will be expected to run a caseload of mental health matters, which will include representing clients before the First-tier Tribunal (Mental Health), at Hospital Managers hearings and at CPA/s.117 meetings. They will be expected to work with clients detained in various levels of security as well as those in the community. The role will involve travel outside of the office to visit clients throughout England and Wales.

Candidates without the Law Society Accreditation will support other fee earners with casework and carry out administrative tasks as directed by members of the team. The candidate will ideally have experience in taking instructions from clients, drafting letters, preparing instructions to experts, drafting briefs to counsel and preparing bundles.

They will have strong organisational and time management skills and excellent oral and written communication skills. For eligible candidates, there would be the potential to be considered for a Training Contract after a period of review.

Salary and benefits will be dependant on experience or the potential of the candidate. Please send your CV and covering letter to Mr Gozie Okorocha: g.okorocha@gtstewart.co.uk

City of London Office

Mental Health Accredited Fee Earners:

We invite applications from Solicitors, Legal Executives, Paralegals/Caseworkers. Candidates must hold current membership of the Law Society’s Mental Health Accreditation Scheme. The role is based in our City of London office, which is a short walk from Blackfriars or St Pauls underground stations. There is opportunity for remote working.

Birmingham & Leeds Offices

LAA Mental Health Supervisor:

We seek Mental Health Accredited fee earners that meet the Legal Aid Agency Supervisor standard for Mental Health. The roles would be based at our Birmingham and Leeds offices. The successful candidate joining our Birmingham office would assist in the establishing of the mental health department in the Midlands area.

Mental Health Fee Earners:

We invite applications from Solicitors, Legal Executives, Paralegals/Caseworkers. Ideally, candidates will hold current membership of the Law Society’s Mental Health Accreditation Scheme, however applications will also be considered from those without the accreditation. Candidates would work from our Birmingham or Leeds offices.

  

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GN Law
Court of Protection Department

SOLICITOR

We are looking for an experienced Court of Protection solicitor to join our expanding and dynamic Court of Protection team. Our team currently consists of four solicitors and two (soon to be three) trainee solicitors.
We primarily represent P in welfare cases, most frequently instructed on P’s behalf by the Official Solicitor, and we also represent family members. Experience of mental capacity matters, best interests and welfare issues in the Court of Protection is essential.

We are looking for someone who has particular experience in representing P, by his/her litigation friend the Official Solicitor, and preferably with experience of supervising other fee earners. They need to be conscientious, driven, organised, and work well in a team.

The ideal candidate will be an ambitious practitioner experienced in COP work. We are looking for someone with the potential to progress to associate status within the firm, a role which involves supervisory responsibility.

Salary up to £42,000, dependent on experience. We also provide health insurance.

Application by CV and covering letter to Maria Nicholas at mn@gnlaw.co.uk. Closing date for applications: 16 November 2018
 
 

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GN Law
Court of Protection Department

PARALEGAL

We are looking for a paralegal to join our expanding and dynamic Court of Protection team consisting of four solicitors (including one director – Maria Nicholas), and three trainee solicitors.

We are Lexcel accredited, and have contracts with the LAA in community care and mental health. We have been rated Category 1 (Excellence) for Mental Health and Court of Protection in our most recent peer review. We primarily represent ‘P’ in welfare cases, most frequently instructed on ‘P’s behalf by the Official Solicitor. We also represent family members.

We are looking for a paralegal to join the team and to assist our solicitors with their Court of Protection work primarily; we also conduct community care cases and there will be opportunities to advise and assist community care clients. We provide detailed training and there is scope for able individuals to attend court with counsel, meet with clients and draft documents in court proceedings.

Those successful in their application will have the opportunity of a training contract, subject to performance. We are looking for strong academic, diligent and conscientious individuals with an interest in the areas of law we specialise in, and motivation to progress within the firm. Experience of Court of Protection and community care work is not required.

Application by CV and covering letter to Maria Nicholas at mn@gnlaw.co.uk. Closing date for applications: 19 October 2018
 
 

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Noble Solicitors

London – Beds – Herts – Northants

Full time employed Mental Health Panel member required for busy department.

Competitive package for the right candidate.

To apply, please send your cv and covering letter to:

office.manager@noblesolicitors.co.uk

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Mental Health Solicitor

Haris Ali Solicitors is an established and dynamic firm seeking an experienced LAA standard Mental Supervisor/ Solicitor to establish our Mental Health Department. You must demonstrate that you have a passion for this area and really want to make a difference and you will be given autonomy and support to build the department. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic individual to make their mark.

The main responsibilities of the role will include; attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases and appeals and representing clients at Mental Health review Tribunals and Managers Hearings, assisting with casework in Mental Health Law, Power of Attorney work, Judicial Review, advising on after care in the community, incapacity matters, maintaining accurate time costing procedures, compliance with file management and be able to conduct your own advocacy and experience in supervision is essential.

The right candidate will have be able to work to tight deadlines and in a fast paced environment, flexible and proactive approach with ‘can do’ attitude, business acumen and the ability to market the Company and dedicated to a career in Court of Protection work. They will possess excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook. The successful candidate must be registered with the Law Society on the Mental Health Panel and you must have the relevant experience to LAA standards and be client focused to deliver the best results.

We offer a competitive salary for the right candidate.

We have offices in Kilburn and Hounslow.

Please contact us on info@harisalisolicitors.co.uk for further information.

 

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Due to ongoing success and expansion, Butler & Co Solicitors are seeking to recruit enthusiastic and committed members to its team.

Butler & Co is based in Taunton and the wider South West and is recognised for its expertise in mental health and mental capacity law.

The firm has the following current vacancies:

– Mental Health Fee Earner (member of the Law Society’s mental health panel)
– Mental Capacity (Welfare) / Court of Protection Fee Earner
– Community Care Fee Earner
– Public Law Fee Earner/Supervisor

Full job descriptions are available upon request.

Applicants will be expected to have a strong academic background and a demonstrable commitment to publicly funded work. A full driving license is essential.

The successful candidates can look forward to receiving a competitive salary and to working as part of a dynamic team in an established and growing practice with high standards of casework and client care.

CVs with covering emails should be sent to Michael Butler at:
mpb@butler-solicitors.co.uk

Please refer to our website for further details of these vacancies www.butler-solicitors.co.uk

Closing date for applications is 7th September 2018 with a view to interviews being conducted from 12th September onwards. Candidates applying beyond this date may also be considered.

 

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