Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity to join our highly regarded well established niche firm based in Hoylake within our Mental Health Tribunal Team.

We are looking for a full-time mental health tribunal paralegal to support our head of department, who will be working towards MH Panel Accreditation. We are happy to accept applications from graduates who have completed LPC/SQE and wish to work towards a training contract.

The right candidate will be someone who can work well as part of a team, have good communication and good organisational skills. They must have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Key tasks & responsibilities

Managing own caseload. Advising clients orally, in writing, and by telephone. Drafting documentation and correspondence. Interviewing clients and witnesses and preparing statements. Reviewing expert reports. Handling routine client enquiries and communications. Maintaining a diary. Ensuring file order and time recording. Complying with LAA requirements. Undertaking training and self-development. Ensuring confidentiality and security of all firm and client documentation. Maintaining high standards in client work processing. Sign-up clients, advising them of tribunal role and their powers. Preparing files for tribunal hearings. Providing legal advice and support to clients. Representing clients at tribunal and hospital managers hearings. Review of Tribunal decisions. Close files and prepare for billing

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

Law Degree Strong organisational and communication skills. Tact and resilience. Effective verbal and written communication. Competent in IT use.
Salary will be dependent on experience together with an attractive package of-

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays with the opportunity to increase annual leave days for time served.

Healthcare cash plan

Hybrid working

Focused training and personal development plan

How to Apply

Interested candidates who have the skills and experience required for this role can apply with a CV

and

cover letter detailing their interest to catherinetuohy@peteredwardslaw.com

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

Tribunal: 2 years (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wirral, Merseyside