International Law Firm Trusts, Estate and Inheritance Disputes Associate (NQ-3PQE) London This ranked, international law firm, founded over 100 years ago, has 170+ partners worldwide across. They are one of the few international law firms focused on successful individuals and private wealth, working closely with founders, investors and family offices. They advise governments, charities, global brands and start-ups of all shapes and sizes. The firm's Trust, Estate and Inheritance Disputes team rank Tier 1 in the legal directories. The team undertakes work including but not limited to advising on all types of trust and probate disputes, removal of executors and trustees, contentious trust and estate administrations, construction and rectification of wills and trusts, variations of trust by court application, stress testing wills and trust structures, Inheritance Act Claims, professional negligence, charities, and Court of Protection matters both financial and health and welfare. A significant part of the team's work has an international element and can involve litigation elsewhere, in particular in the courts in the usual offshore trust jurisdictions. The team comprises 4 partners, a senior counsel, 4 senior associates, 4 junior associates, two part-time knowledge lawyers / PSLs, two trainee solicitors and a paralegal. The team are now seeking a junior-mid level associate (NQ-3PQE) to join the Trust, Estates and Inheritance Disputes team in London. Areas of focus and responsibilities: Responsibility will be offered at an early stage on all aspects of trust and probate disputes work, including initial case review and strategy, liaising with the client and counsel and other team members, drafting correspondence, preparing for and attending hearings and mediations. The client base will consist of a mix of individual clients, trustees and other professionals, some of whom will be based outside the UK, and a wide range of household name charities for whom the team acts on legacy disputes. The role will cover the full range of trust and probate disputes involving proceedings in the English court, the Court of Protection, and international trust or probate disputes involving cases in the Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Cayman Bermuda etc. and as well as hostile litigation can include administrative court proceedings, for example trustee directions/blessings or Variation of Trusts Act applications. A number of cases will involve cross-jurisdictional working with other offices in the US/Europe/Asia. The role will also involve contributing to the team's profile and undertaking business development activities for example writing articles/posts, attending events/conferences and building networks with private wealth contacts/intermediaries including offshore and peer firms and counsel. Please apply as directed or confidentially contact Aidan McAvinue at Search Legal for more information. Alternatively, if this role is not for you, I am working a variety of other Construction law opportunities with ranked teams in the City London so would be interested to talk to any Construction lawyer. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
May 18, 2024
Full time
International Law Firm Trusts, Estate and Inheritance Disputes Associate (NQ-3PQE) London This ranked, international law firm, founded over 100 years ago, has 170+ partners worldwide across. They are one of the few international law firms focused on successful individuals and private wealth, working closely with founders, investors and family offices. They advise governments, charities, global brands and start-ups of all shapes and sizes. The firm's Trust, Estate and Inheritance Disputes team rank Tier 1 in the legal directories. The team undertakes work including but not limited to advising on all types of trust and probate disputes, removal of executors and trustees, contentious trust and estate administrations, construction and rectification of wills and trusts, variations of trust by court application, stress testing wills and trust structures, Inheritance Act Claims, professional negligence, charities, and Court of Protection matters both financial and health and welfare. A significant part of the team's work has an international element and can involve litigation elsewhere, in particular in the courts in the usual offshore trust jurisdictions. The team comprises 4 partners, a senior counsel, 4 senior associates, 4 junior associates, two part-time knowledge lawyers / PSLs, two trainee solicitors and a paralegal. The team are now seeking a junior-mid level associate (NQ-3PQE) to join the Trust, Estates and Inheritance Disputes team in London. Areas of focus and responsibilities: Responsibility will be offered at an early stage on all aspects of trust and probate disputes work, including initial case review and strategy, liaising with the client and counsel and other team members, drafting correspondence, preparing for and attending hearings and mediations. The client base will consist of a mix of individual clients, trustees and other professionals, some of whom will be based outside the UK, and a wide range of household name charities for whom the team acts on legacy disputes. The role will cover the full range of trust and probate disputes involving proceedings in the English court, the Court of Protection, and international trust or probate disputes involving cases in the Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Cayman Bermuda etc. and as well as hostile litigation can include administrative court proceedings, for example trustee directions/blessings or Variation of Trusts Act applications. A number of cases will involve cross-jurisdictional working with other offices in the US/Europe/Asia. The role will also involve contributing to the team's profile and undertaking business development activities for example writing articles/posts, attending events/conferences and building networks with private wealth contacts/intermediaries including offshore and peer firms and counsel. Please apply as directed or confidentially contact Aidan McAvinue at Search Legal for more information. Alternatively, if this role is not for you, I am working a variety of other Construction law opportunities with ranked teams in the City London so would be interested to talk to any Construction lawyer. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
Court of Protection Paralegal opportunities with one of the UK's leading Court of Protection Departments. The Opportunity Our client is seeking two dedicated Court of Protection Paralegals to join their market-leading Department. One based in central London, and one based in South London. The department is Legal 500 ranked and highly respected. They handle welfare and financial litigation in the Court of Protection, as well as deputyships arising from complex personal injury and clinical negligence cases. The work is complex and compensation claims are often in the multi-millions. The Department's clients include those with brain injury, severe physical disability, and mental illness. Duties As a Court of Protection Paralegal, your duties will include: Supporting Solicitors and Partners on Court of Protection cases that are referred to the department following an often complex personal injury settlement Assisting in the provision of administrative and legal services for vulnerable clients Attending clients at their home, in hospital, and in care homes Making regular payments on behalf of clients, keeping accurate schedules and forecasting future spend/budget Managing written and telephone correspondence with clients professionally Producing letters, witness statements, court applications and other documents as required Maintaining client care standards as set out in the firm's terms of business Both opportunities require full-time office working during probation . Thereafter, the role in central London will be hybrid and the role in South London will be fully office based (bar occasional remote working when needed). Benefits The firm offer a comprehensive benefits package, to include: 31,000 - 32,000 starting salary Private healthcare Life insurance Income protection Annual staff bonus Contribution to gym membership 25 days annual leave Hybrid working (central London role) Both roles offer excellent progression prospects. Successful applicants can apply for a training contract in the future, and SQE funding is offered. Those not seeking to qualify in the future are still encouraged to apply. Required Experience Minimum 6 months' experience working as a Court of Protection, Medical Negligence or Personal Injury Paralegal is essential applicants without this experience will not be considered Exceptional attention to detail An interest in working with and supporting vulnerable clients Willingness to work in an office If you're interested in applying for this Court of Protection Paralegal vacancy, please get in touch with a member of our team. Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
May 16, 2024
Full time
Court of Protection Paralegal opportunities with one of the UK's leading Court of Protection Departments. The Opportunity Our client is seeking two dedicated Court of Protection Paralegals to join their market-leading Department. One based in central London, and one based in South London. The department is Legal 500 ranked and highly respected. They handle welfare and financial litigation in the Court of Protection, as well as deputyships arising from complex personal injury and clinical negligence cases. The work is complex and compensation claims are often in the multi-millions. The Department's clients include those with brain injury, severe physical disability, and mental illness. Duties As a Court of Protection Paralegal, your duties will include: Supporting Solicitors and Partners on Court of Protection cases that are referred to the department following an often complex personal injury settlement Assisting in the provision of administrative and legal services for vulnerable clients Attending clients at their home, in hospital, and in care homes Making regular payments on behalf of clients, keeping accurate schedules and forecasting future spend/budget Managing written and telephone correspondence with clients professionally Producing letters, witness statements, court applications and other documents as required Maintaining client care standards as set out in the firm's terms of business Both opportunities require full-time office working during probation . Thereafter, the role in central London will be hybrid and the role in South London will be fully office based (bar occasional remote working when needed). Benefits The firm offer a comprehensive benefits package, to include: 31,000 - 32,000 starting salary Private healthcare Life insurance Income protection Annual staff bonus Contribution to gym membership 25 days annual leave Hybrid working (central London role) Both roles offer excellent progression prospects. Successful applicants can apply for a training contract in the future, and SQE funding is offered. Those not seeking to qualify in the future are still encouraged to apply. Required Experience Minimum 6 months' experience working as a Court of Protection, Medical Negligence or Personal Injury Paralegal is essential applicants without this experience will not be considered Exceptional attention to detail An interest in working with and supporting vulnerable clients Willingness to work in an office If you're interested in applying for this Court of Protection Paralegal vacancy, please get in touch with a member of our team. Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
One of the UK's largest and foremost law firms is currently looking to recruit a Paralegal within the Public Law & Human Rights Team at their Newcastle office. Offering a salary up to 23,000 plus excellent benefits including pension scheme, childcare vouchers, and discounted gym membership, this is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the most respected law firms in the UK, recently ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations 2023. This is a full-time permanent role, hybrid working with minimum 2 days a week at the Newcastle office. Applications welcome from any level of qualification however a robust understanding and enthusiasm for Public Law & Human Rights would be an advantage. The Role The Public Law & Human Rights department is ranked as a leader in a range of fields in both the Chambers & Partners and the Legal 500 directories, with a national reputation for their work on test cases. The team has expertise in the following types of cases; health and welfare cases in the Court of Protection, health and social care law, inquests, civil liberties and human rights claims, and public law and judicial review. You would assist a Solicitor based in the Newcastle office with a busy caseload which may include inquests concerning deaths in state detention, civil claims against public authorities, broader judicial review work, community care, litigation support and health and welfare cases in the Court of Protection. The Candidate - A law graduate (or equivalent) with a genuine interest in Public Law and Human Rights - Excellent client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs - Integrity, empathy and intuition to help guide clients through challenging personal circumstances - Strong analytical and organisational skills with a thorough approach to documenting your work - IT literate, attentive to detail, with the ability to use your own initiative as well as work as part of a team - Enthusiasm in building a career as a Paralegal, whether you have previous experience or not - Hardworking character, able to thrive in a pressurised environment; reacting to changing deadlines and priorities in a professional and pragmatic manner The Package - A huge number of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace - Flexible working options to make sure that you're fully supported to work the way that best suits you - Westfield health membership, offering discounted leisure and travel and refunds on medical services The Company The business you'll be working for is one of the largest law firms in the UK, operating out of 14 UK offices with over 2,500 members of staff. They are proud of their values and offer a huge number of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace. Interested? If you think you're right for this Paralegal role, then click the 'Apply Now' button, send us your CV and we'll consider you for the first round of interviews. Coburg Banks Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
May 16, 2024
Full time
One of the UK's largest and foremost law firms is currently looking to recruit a Paralegal within the Public Law & Human Rights Team at their Newcastle office. Offering a salary up to 23,000 plus excellent benefits including pension scheme, childcare vouchers, and discounted gym membership, this is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the most respected law firms in the UK, recently ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing for Large Organisations 2023. This is a full-time permanent role, hybrid working with minimum 2 days a week at the Newcastle office. Applications welcome from any level of qualification however a robust understanding and enthusiasm for Public Law & Human Rights would be an advantage. The Role The Public Law & Human Rights department is ranked as a leader in a range of fields in both the Chambers & Partners and the Legal 500 directories, with a national reputation for their work on test cases. The team has expertise in the following types of cases; health and welfare cases in the Court of Protection, health and social care law, inquests, civil liberties and human rights claims, and public law and judicial review. You would assist a Solicitor based in the Newcastle office with a busy caseload which may include inquests concerning deaths in state detention, civil claims against public authorities, broader judicial review work, community care, litigation support and health and welfare cases in the Court of Protection. The Candidate - A law graduate (or equivalent) with a genuine interest in Public Law and Human Rights - Excellent client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs - Integrity, empathy and intuition to help guide clients through challenging personal circumstances - Strong analytical and organisational skills with a thorough approach to documenting your work - IT literate, attentive to detail, with the ability to use your own initiative as well as work as part of a team - Enthusiasm in building a career as a Paralegal, whether you have previous experience or not - Hardworking character, able to thrive in a pressurised environment; reacting to changing deadlines and priorities in a professional and pragmatic manner The Package - A huge number of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace - Flexible working options to make sure that you're fully supported to work the way that best suits you - Westfield health membership, offering discounted leisure and travel and refunds on medical services The Company The business you'll be working for is one of the largest law firms in the UK, operating out of 14 UK offices with over 2,500 members of staff. They are proud of their values and offer a huge number of well-being initiatives to encourage positive mental health both in and out of the workplace. Interested? If you think you're right for this Paralegal role, then click the 'Apply Now' button, send us your CV and we'll consider you for the first round of interviews. Coburg Banks Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Role : Court of Protection Solicitor (Health and Welfare) A Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Court of Protection Solicitor for highly sought permanent positon. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across En click apply for full job details
May 14, 2024
Full time
Role : Court of Protection Solicitor (Health and Welfare) A Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Court of Protection Solicitor for highly sought permanent positon. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across En click apply for full job details
Locum Senior Adult Social Care Lawyer - London - £65 umbrella per hour - Hybrid Working Position: LocumSenior Adult Social Care Lawyer Organisation: London Based Local Authority Duration: 6 months ongoing contract Working Pattern: Full Time Working Arrangement: Hybrid 1 day per week Office Attendance Rate: £65 umbrella per hour Venn Group's specialist public sector legal team are collaborating with a Local Authority based in Greater London to recruit a Senior Adult Social Care Lawyer on a Locum basis to come and assist the Principal Lawyer in managing the team The role of Locum Senior Adult Social Care Lawyer is offered on a 6 month basis and will be extended on a rolling contract thereafter. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Adult Social Care Lawyer to develop their management skills further The ideal candidate for this role will be a Qualified Barrister, Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with a proven tack record of successfully managing Adult Social Care legal matters within Local Government. Local Government experience is desirable for this role but candidates with extensive non Local Government experience are welcome to apply for this role. About the Role: General Advice and Case Conduct: Provide comprehensive advice and handle routine to moderately complex cases concerning adult social services issues Independently manage a caseload with minimal supervision, ensuring efficient and effective resolution Work collaboratively within a dynamic team environment to deliver high-quality legal services Advocacy: Opportunity to represent clients in advocacy proceedings at the Court of Protection and County Court Utilise strong advocacy skills to effectively present cases and represent clients' interests Managerial Responsibilities: Supervise and mentor junior members of the legal team, providing guidance and support as needed Oversee the allocation of casework and ensure equitable distribution among team members Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to enhance team productivity and professional development Key Skills and Knowledge: Proficient in managing Court of Protection deprivation of liberty safeguards and welfare cases Experience in handling mental health cases, including s.117 and nearest relative matters Conduct assessments and provide advice on ordinary residence and financial matters under the Care Act Demonstrated experience in judicial review proceedings related to adult social services Familiarity with adult safeguarding procedures and inherent jurisdiction matters Experience in representing clients in inquests and navigating S.17/20 of the Children Act Additional experience with adults and families with No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) is advantageous Please apply for this role online or contact Aidan Sallis or John Smith via phone or email for further information. Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. All salaries and PQE ranges stated serve only as a guide and all applicants will be considered on their individual merits. Locum Senior Adult Social Care Lawyer - London - £65 umbrella per hour - Hybrid Working
May 14, 2024
Full time
Locum Senior Adult Social Care Lawyer - London - £65 umbrella per hour - Hybrid Working Position: LocumSenior Adult Social Care Lawyer Organisation: London Based Local Authority Duration: 6 months ongoing contract Working Pattern: Full Time Working Arrangement: Hybrid 1 day per week Office Attendance Rate: £65 umbrella per hour Venn Group's specialist public sector legal team are collaborating with a Local Authority based in Greater London to recruit a Senior Adult Social Care Lawyer on a Locum basis to come and assist the Principal Lawyer in managing the team The role of Locum Senior Adult Social Care Lawyer is offered on a 6 month basis and will be extended on a rolling contract thereafter. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Adult Social Care Lawyer to develop their management skills further The ideal candidate for this role will be a Qualified Barrister, Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with a proven tack record of successfully managing Adult Social Care legal matters within Local Government. Local Government experience is desirable for this role but candidates with extensive non Local Government experience are welcome to apply for this role. About the Role: General Advice and Case Conduct: Provide comprehensive advice and handle routine to moderately complex cases concerning adult social services issues Independently manage a caseload with minimal supervision, ensuring efficient and effective resolution Work collaboratively within a dynamic team environment to deliver high-quality legal services Advocacy: Opportunity to represent clients in advocacy proceedings at the Court of Protection and County Court Utilise strong advocacy skills to effectively present cases and represent clients' interests Managerial Responsibilities: Supervise and mentor junior members of the legal team, providing guidance and support as needed Oversee the allocation of casework and ensure equitable distribution among team members Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to enhance team productivity and professional development Key Skills and Knowledge: Proficient in managing Court of Protection deprivation of liberty safeguards and welfare cases Experience in handling mental health cases, including s.117 and nearest relative matters Conduct assessments and provide advice on ordinary residence and financial matters under the Care Act Demonstrated experience in judicial review proceedings related to adult social services Familiarity with adult safeguarding procedures and inherent jurisdiction matters Experience in representing clients in inquests and navigating S.17/20 of the Children Act Additional experience with adults and families with No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) is advantageous Please apply for this role online or contact Aidan Sallis or John Smith via phone or email for further information. Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. All salaries and PQE ranges stated serve only as a guide and all applicants will be considered on their individual merits. Locum Senior Adult Social Care Lawyer - London - £65 umbrella per hour - Hybrid Working