Want to do things differently and make a real difference by helping those affected by injury every day? Then CFG Law is just the place for you.
We are currently recruiting NQ – 1yr PQE Serious Injury Solicitors/Legal Executives in Court of Protection to join our growing firm, working flexibly from home and our locally serviced offices. You will work closely with the Partner and Head of Department in building and developing the Court of Protection and Private Client Team. Your primary role would be to handle the management of Property and Affairs Deputyships, working with brain injured and vulnerable clients, Trust management, assisting with tax affairs and accounts, drafting Personal Injury Trusts, Statutory Wills, and other associated applications to the Court of Protection.
We put outcomes before profit. We pride ourselves on investing in our colleagues, demonstrated through our Investors In People Gold Standard accreditation and being recognised by Best Companies as one of the best law firms in the country to work for.
Key Responsibilities
Work closely with the Partner on Deputyships focused on providing litigation support, with the potential to manage an independent caseload as the number of cases increase, some of which might include contentious Deputyship work. Provide comprehensive legal advice and representation to clients and family members, within the context of the Mental Capacity Act and other relevant legislation, supported by the Partner. Attend clients at hospitals, in their home and care/nursing homes. Make regular payments to clients and keep accurate schedules of these payments. Also forecast forward spending and create budgets. Maintain day-to-day contact with clients and their individual lifestyle requirements. Delegate tasks, supervise work and provide constructive feedback where appropriate to paralegals and trainees. Consider all aspects of the case management system and initiate and suggest improvements to current procedures. Provide excellent service to clients at all times in line with CFS and core values. Skills
Good working knowledge and experience of Court of Protection. Claimant experience. Experience of using a case management system. Flexibility to work across CFG offices and travel within the UK as required. Ability to work within limits of own competence and seek guidance and support where needed. Ability to apply understanding, critical thinking and analysis to solve problems. Qualifications
Qualified Solicitor status or equivalent. Full driving licence and own car. Benefits
Competitive Salary & Quarterly Profit Share Scheme. Flexible and Agile Working. Min. 25 Days Holiday with Christmas shutdown, and opportunities to buy and sell holidays. Healthcare Cash Plan. Enhanced Sick Pay. Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave. Sabbatical leave. Support in learning and development and further qualifications. Cycle2work and electric car scheme. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £30,000.00-£36,000.00 per year Additional Pay
Bonus scheme Schedule
Monday to Friday Work Location
Hybrid remote in Cheadle Application Question
Are you located within a reasonable commuting distance of our Cheadle office? Work Authorisation
United Kingdom (required)
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Work closely with the Partner on Deputyships focused on providing litigation support, with the potential to manage an independent caseload as the number of cases increase, some of which might include contentious Deputyship work. Provide comprehensive legal advice and representation to clients and family members, within the context of the Mental Capacity Act and other relevant legislation, supported by the Partner. Attend clients at hospitals, in their home and care/nursing homes. Make regular payments to clients and keep accurate schedules of these payments. Also forecast forward spending and create budgets. Maintain day-to-day contact with clients and their individual lifestyle requirements. Delegate tasks, supervise work and provide constructive feedback where appropriate to paralegals and trainees. Consider all aspects of the case management system and initiate and suggest improvements to current procedures. Provide excellent service to clients at all times in line with CFS and core values. Skills
Good working knowledge and experience of Court of Protection. Claimant experience. Experience of using a case management system. Flexibility to work across CFG offices and travel within the UK as required. Ability to work within limits of own competence and seek guidance and support where needed. Ability to apply understanding, critical thinking and analysis to solve problems. Qualifications
Qualified Solicitor status or equivalent. Full driving licence and own car. Benefits
Competitive Salary & Quarterly Profit Share Scheme. Flexible and Agile Working. Min. 25 Days Holiday with Christmas shutdown, and opportunities to buy and sell holidays. Healthcare Cash Plan. Enhanced Sick Pay. Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave. Sabbatical leave. Support in learning and development and further qualifications. Cycle2work and electric car scheme. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £30,000.00-£36,000.00 per year Additional Pay
Bonus scheme Schedule
Monday to Friday Work Location
Hybrid remote in Cheadle Application Question
Are you located within a reasonable commuting distance of our Cheadle office? Work Authorisation
United Kingdom (required)
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