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Paralegal - Fast Track - RTA/EL/PL Cases - Blackburn We are looking to attract a Paralegal to join our Team. We're offering you the opportunity to join a dynamic and fast paced organisation, whilst providing a supportive working environment where you will work towards a shared vision. As a Paralegal, you will progress Fast Track cases from start to an effective and satisfactory conclusion for our clients ensuring high level of services. The right person must have good attention to detail and the ability to handle a busy caseload under their own initiative, as well as a team, sound knowledge of the workings of the MOJ portal, stages 1-3 and non portal matters alike, as well as dealing with high value credit hire claims. We are committed to equal opportunities in all areas of work and business. If you are looking to develop and grow your professional expertise and enhance your career in a legal firm and build an exciting future with an innovative legal firm, apply below as we're interested in hearing from you. Job Type: Full-time Reference ID: Paralegal - Fast Track - RTA/EL/PL Cases - Blackburn Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Permanent Salary: From £18,000.00 - £22,000.00 per year

Currently Hiring a Full Time Law Cost Draftsman Fully remote working The Costs Team provides a service to our fee earners who deal with recovery of costs in Housing Disrepair claims, their primary aim is dealing with the preparation of bills of costs, negotiation and advocacy within the detailed assessment of costs proceedings. Your Role This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced ambitious individual to join a growing national team. You’ll be involved in the preparation of Bills of Costs for Detailed/Provisional Assessment as well as litigation of bills through the Court process. You may be involved in advocacy at Court if required and you may also be required to prepare Part 8 and enforcement proceedings Ideally you’ll have minimum one year experience working either in house or for an external supplier of costs drafting services. What We're Looking For Experience either in house or for an external supplier of Costs Basic knowledge of legal procedures Experience in one or more legal departments Be able to work in a fast paced environment A flexible approach enabling you to respond to rapid changes in working schedules and priorities Ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders across the business We’re proud of our values, and we’re looking for people who share them: To be approachable and caring To be tenacious in the pursuit of our objectives To be efficient in the provision of our services To work with integrity. Salary £22,000 - £35,000 depending on experience.

Role and Responsibilities We are an ever-growing law firm with our head office in Blackburn. We have a great opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced individual to join our Private Client (Wills and Probate) department. The role covers all areas of Private Client, to include Will drafting and advice, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Estate Administration, both Probate and Intestacy to include Inheritance taxable estates. Essential: 2-4 years established experience in Private Client Ability to manage own case load with minimal supervision in accordance with firm procedures and processes Ability to conduct meetings with clients in a professional manner Ability to assess legal issues, advise and draft documents accordingly Ability to work independently and undertake file admin independently Ability to conduct legal research Ability to assist Head of Department with department growth to include development of long term client relationships and assisting and attending business development activities Desirable: Experience in Trust Administration to include the set up of trust, taxation on trusts and HMRC’s Trust Registration scheme Experience in advising on high net worth matters to include tax mitigation Home visits to see clients may be required so ideally someone who drives and has access to their own vehicle Day to day duties: Attending upon clients to take instructions relating to Private Client matters and advising according to the circumstances Setting up case files Running case files from start to completion Drafting documents to include detailed attendance notes, letters to clients, Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorneys, Inheritance Tax paperwork, etc, and ensuring the files comply with the law in this area and the firm procedures. Executing documents with clients Billing files Some networking will be included in the role, as and when required. Key skills and abilities Competent use of Microsoft office and Excel Competent use of a Case Management System, preferably Proclaim Confident telephone manner Able to use initiative and work as a team member To assist and work appropriately and considerately with other fee earners and support staff To attend and participate in any meetings of the department or the firm when required Competence & Development Maintain knowledge and skills in relevant practice area(s) keeping up to date with relevant legislation and case law Ensure continuing competence through identifying and addressing any learning needs To participate in and engage with supervision in respect of your work Maintain a good knowledge and understanding of IT systems with a proactive approach to the introduction of new systems Compliance Act in accordance with the proper professional standards and regulations of the Solicitors Regulation Authority, and all other relevant bodies To follow all policies and procedures contained within the Office Manual To identify and report any risks to the COLP, COFA or Money Laundering Reporting Officer where necessary