Level 3 Paralegal Apprenticeship (Court of Protection)

at  Irwin Mitchell

We’re a full-service law firm, which means whatever advice is needed we can help. Giving the best possible advice is about more than knowledge and expertise. We seek to understand the people and business we work with as deeply as possible and take time to listen to what matters most to them.
Whichever team you join, working here you’ll feel a part of our friendly and inclusive environment. We’ll value you for who you are and what you bring. We support each other and push boundaries to achieve incredible things and make a real difference to our clients and communities.

WHAT ARE THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?

You’ll need 5 GCSEs at grade A* to C or 9 to 4 (or equivalent), including Maths and English. You’ll also need at least 3 A Levels (or equivalent) at Grade C or above (excluding General Studies) in order to meet the minimum academic requirements needed to complete this apprenticeship.
If you have a law degree, you are unable to apply for this apprenticeship however you could apply for a Training Contract with us. Visit our Early Careers Recruitment website for more information.

WHAT QUALIFICATION WILL I GAIN?

When you finish this apprenticeship, you will be a qualified paralegal in your area of practice and you will also gain a Certificate of Higher Education (Law and Legal Practice).

An exciting opportunity to join one of the largest national law firms in the UK. You will be supporting the Cambridge Court of Protection Team, managing large medical negligence or personal injury damages awards to meet our clients’ needs.
The Court of Protection is responsible for making decisions regarding the management of finances and other affairs for individuals who lack the mental capacity to do so themselves.
As a Paralegal Apprentice, you will be a key point of contact for our clients, many of whom have life-changing disabilities such as brain injuries, dementia and mental health illnesses. You will work closely with our solicitors, associates and partners to help these individuals manage their financial affairs. This role offers a great grounding for a career in law.

Your main responsibilities within the department will include the following:

• Being a point of contact for clients, demonstrating excellent communication skills
• Handle tasks such as setting up utilities, arranging insurance, purchasing equipment, paying invoices, managing employee payroll, checking bank statement accuracy, and general budget management.
• You will need to become familiar with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and work with clients who may have suffered a brain injury as a result of medical negligence or accidents.
• Communicating with clients, other firms of solicitors and third parties by telephone or in writing including taking client instructions and providing case updates.
• Achieve time recording and fee income targets to ensure profitable working.
• Ensuring compliance with the firm’s policies and procedures.
• Attending appropriate training events as required.
• Conducting legal research as requested by members of the team.

You may sometimes be required to complete relevant administration duties including photocopying, scanning documents, amending documentation, filing, archiving and file