Legal Secretary
Warwick
£ 23000 - 28000/annum
Legal Secretary - Court of Property Protection and Finance
£23,000 - £28,000
BCR/JH/11088
Warwick
Bell Cornwall is recruiting on behalf of our client for a dedicated and empathetic Legal Assistant to join the Court of Protection Property and Finance team. This team plays a crucial role in managing the affairs and making decisions on behalf of individuals who lack the capacity to do so for themselves. The ideal candidate will be someone who can handle complex and sensitive matters with compassion, accuracy, and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Managing the financial affairs of vulnerable individuals, such as bank accounts and property.
Liaising with client's families, friends, social services, and care providers.
Managing utilities, household bills, and liabilities.
Completing tax returns, benefit reviews, and care funding reviews.
Preparing for care home visits and managing care-related correspondence.
Filing paperwork and ensuring compliance with Deputy Standards.
Supporting the managing fee earner with case management and court applications.Key Criteria:
To be successful in this role, you should demonstrate the following:
Legal Skills:
Experience in legal administration and accounting is beneficial.
Ability to prepare routine correspondence, maintain electronic and paper records, and process client matter invoices.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
Personal Skills:
Strong communication, organisational, and team skil...