Paralegal
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Job Description
Posted on:
22 October 2026
We’re Hiring: Mental Health Law Paralegal | SAM Solicitors Ltd
Office-based – Sutton
Full-time | Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
SAM Solicitors Ltd is seeking a dedicated and experienced Mental Health Law Paralegal to join our busy and growing Mental Health Law Department. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate who is passionate about working in a specialist area of law and supporting vulnerable clients.
Duties
- As a Paralegal, handle a varied workload of legal aid and privately funded mental health law matters under the supervision of a solicitor.
- Carry out paralegal research into case law, legislation and procedure, and prepare written research notes.
- Carry out paralegal preparation of matters for hearings before the First-tier Tribunal (Mental Health), including reviewing expert reports, identifying the legal issues and drafting summaries.
- Draft applications, witness statements, legal submissions and correspondence for review and approval.
- Take instructions from clients, explain legal procedures and keep clients informed of developments.
- Attend tribunal hearings and hospital managers' hearings, representing clients as an accredited member of the Law Society Mental Health Accreditation Scheme, and take notes of evidence and decisions.
- Manage the documentation for each matter, including preparing hearing bundles, tracking procedural deadlines and liaising with the tribunal, other parties and professionals.
- Maintain accurate and confidential files, time recording and legal aid billing in line with Legal Aid Agency contract requirements and professional conduct rules.
Requirements
- Background of legal education (Bachelors or equivalent)
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with vulnerable clients
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Bilingual person
- Law Society Mental Health Panel Accreditation
- Prior experience of working in mental health law
- Completion of the Law Society’s mental health training course
- Experience of representation in Mental Health Hearings
- Exposure to CPA meetings and Section 117 meetings
- Previous experience working with vulnerable clients
What We Offer
- Competitive salary package
- Support with required training and professional development
- A supportive and collaborative working environment
- Excellent career growth opportunities within a specialist department
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and cover letter to:
- mentalhealth@samsolicitors.com
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: £42,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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