Dovestone Law is a 2026 ranked Chambers & Partners and Legal 500 Mental Health & Court of Protection (Health & Welfare) firm.
We are recruiting a paralegal to join our busy Southeast London office with a view to offering a period of recognised training upon successful completion of the paralegal’s probationary period. You will be part of a progressive and friendly team that undertakes complex and strategic court applications under s.16 and s.21A of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 representing both P and family members.
Responsibilities
- Supporting solicitors with case preparation and strategy.
- Drafting and preparing legal documents under supervision.
- Organising and maintaining case files, ensuring all documentation is accurate.
- Utilising Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Leap and Outlook for document management and communication.
Experience
- Full training and supervision will be provided and therefore relevant experience of the sector although advantageous is not essential.
- The successful candidate will have already passed the LPC or the SQ1 & 2 and will possess a genuine interest in undertaking civil liberties work.
- Excellent command of English with strong written and verbal communication skills.
If you are passionate about civil liberties and eager to contribute to a dynamic legal team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Closing date: 9 January 2026
Please apply by way of CV and covering letter to admin@dovestonelaw.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Based on experience
Work Location: Hybrid/London SE21 8EN
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