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This well-established, and reputable law firm are seeking a Paralegal to join their Private Client department. The firm are known for their great legal services and are accredited for their services.

The team requires a paralegal to assist on all issues relating to private client work.

This role will be based in Bexleyheath with occasional travel to Dartford and Orpington.

Main Duties:

The administration of estates
Succession and Tax planning
Assisting solicitors with administration of High value and complex estates
Wills
Lasting Powers of Attorney
Registration of Enduring Powers of Attorney
Applications to the Court of Protection

Duties will include:

You will be supporting the fee earners on their Private Client cases.
To take instructions from clients by prior appointment at the office for straight forward Wills.
Advise on Lasting Powers of Attorney and manage their preparation and registration following signature.
Prepare, explain, and submit draft documents for approval promptly – ideally on the same day or within 24 hours.
Refer complex trust issues, IHT advice, and other enquiries outside the scope of "Easywill" to senior members of the Private Client team.

Desired skills:

Must have experience working in the Private Client department with at least 12 months of experience drafting Lasting Powers of Attorney.
A Law degree/ LPC desired although not essential.
Must be able to travel to all three offices.

What they offer:

Monday – Friday 9am – 5:30pm this is office based.
Salary depending on experience - £25,000 – 30,000.
25 Days holiday plus a day off for your birthday.
Pension scheme.
Optional health care cashback scheme.
Cycle to work scheme.
Regular social events