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Housing Disrepair Fee Earner We are delighted to be working with a well-established law firm that have a leading reputation in the field of Housing Disrepair and Personal Injury work. Our client is looking to expand their sizeable Housing Disrepair department at their Pontefract office and is keen to hear from Paralegals, non-qualified fee earners and Chartered Legal executives with upwards of two years Housing Disrepair fee earning experience. You will be largely dealing with Disrepaired house cases on behalf of the claimant, with a mix of pre- litigated and litigated cases. An Housing Disrepair fee earner is required due to growth • Pre and Post Litigation experience is essential • Prioritise a caseload • Work with minimal supervision • Have a proven billing record • Experience of handling your own caseload is essential • Exemplary written and verbal communication skills • Good drafting skills • Strong negotiating skills All levels of qualification are welcomed provided you have upwards of two years strong Industrial Disease experience. This is not an opportunity to miss out on.
We are a leading consumer law firm, and our mission is to give people easier access to world class legal services. We are a legal services business powered by technology and led by people that support customers in every step of their case. We are currently recruiting for a talented Paralegal to join our first class, specialist Disease department, in Blackburn. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about the work they do, the service they provide and getting the best results for their clients. The Paralegal will support fee earner(s) in their handling of client matters, ensuring a pro-active and high level of client care and compliance with the National Practice Standards. If you have got the talent, ambition and focus and are looking for a stimulating and rewarding career we would love to hear from you. Responsibilities to include: File Management Under supervision manage client matters according to NPS and ensure a high level of client care. Provide legal and administrative support to fee earner(s) on their client matters. Finance Ensure financial aspects of matters including time recording, billing and debtor management are managed to enable achievement of personal fee budget and support fee earners in the achievement of theirs. About You: Knowledge and understanding of basic legal concepts learnt from legal education such as undergraduate law, LLM, LPC, GDL or ILEX study; or equivalent work experience; or successful completion of the Paralegal Apprenticeship scheme. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite and relevant practice and business IT systems, particularly Mattersphere and Aderant. Excellent typing skills (minimum wpm 35) Relevant work experience. Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to think logically and analytically. Ability to work under pressure and prioritise work from various stakeholders. Commercially aware and highly motivated. Proactive; Good attention to detail; Excellent time management and organisational skills We are offering a salary of £21,000 - £24,000 Dependant Upon Experience
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
Industrial Disease Fee Earner We are delighted to be working with a well-established law firm that have a leading reputation in the field of Industrial Disease and Personal Injury work. Our client is looking to expand their sizeable Industrial Disease department at their Pontefract office and is keen to hear from Paralegals, non-qualified fee earners and Chartered Legal executives with upwards of two years Industrial Disease fee earning experience. You will be largely dealing with Noise Induced Hearing Loss cases on behalf of the claimant, with a mix of pre- litigated and litigated cases. You will also be dealing with some other Industrial Disease matters from time to time. An Industrial Disease fee earner is required due to growth • Pre and Post Litigation experience is essential • Prioritise a caseload • Work with minimal supervision • Have a proven billing record • Experience of handling your own caseload is essential • Exemplary written and verbal communication skills • Good drafting skills • Strong negotiating skills All levels of qualification are welcomed provided you have upwards of two years strong Industrial Disease experience. This is not an opportunity to miss out on.
Our client is a dedicated personal injury law firm based in Blackburn. They have an outstanding team of Solicitors who are renowned for their expertise in Personal Injury, Data Breach, Medical Negligence and Immagration. They also deal with very high quality Clinical and Medical Negligence personal injury cases and have grown steadily over the past few years. As a result of their success they are now looking for a Solicitor/Fee Earner with experience of working in a fast paced, cost driven environment. Responsibilities: Managing a caseload of litigated and pre-litigated Clinical Negligence files, both straightforward and complex Conduct relevant investigations in order to repudiate and/or conclude the claim. Undertaking Court Telephone Hearings Timely and accurate maintenance of all case management, billing and management information systems Correspondence and telephone calls Reviewing files Being part of the support for junior staff Personal Specification: Qualified Solicitor or high level experience in Fee Earning. 3+ years PQE in managing a medical/clinical negligence caseload Confident in litigating matters from start to Finish. Excellent customer care skills. Hard working and able to work from own initiative with minimal supervision. Keen Commercial awareness.
A Housing Disrepair file handler is required for an excellent opportunity with a vibrant law firm based in Blackburn. We are a vibrant Law firm based in Blackburn looking to hire an experienced Legal Claims Handler. You will be responsible for the receipt of the initial instructions and initial matter creating and associated checks to support risk assessment. Primary Duties Logging Client’s signed Forms of Authority and Completed Questionnaire on the Case Management System Requesting and logging required documentation from the Client DSAR Reviews First port of contact with client Booking and Arranging Client Appointments Preparing a Letter of Claim Preparing Part 36/Calderbanks for both client and defendant All necessary calls and correspondence with the Client and third parties in the initial stages of the Client’s claim. Management of incoming work source email inboxes Attributes & Competencies Required Good interpersonal and communication skills to interact confidently with both staff and members of the public English GCSE (grade 9-1, A-C or Key Skills Level 2 or equivalent) Law degree/graduate Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft applications Proven ability to plan, manage and prioritise workloads Flexible approach to working Working as part of a team and using own initiative Attention to detail Capability to undertake all assignments in a timely manner Knowledge of GDPR and Data Protection Desirable Previous administrative experience including excellent client care skills across different platforms, including telephone, email and written correspondence
Our client is a well renowned Law firm that specialises in Personal Injury based in Blackburn.They mainly cover every area of Personal Injury from Road traffic accidents. Due to their continued success and growth, they are currently seeking 2 x Paralegals to join their Personal Injury department to assist in achieving the best possible results for their clients. 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. This is an excellent opportunity for people looking to progress in a career. There is also the possibility of remote working for the right candidate with relevant experience. Candidate must have experience in the following: Dealing with MOJ portal dealing with Third Party Insurers Reviewing Medical and Engineer Reports Valuing Medical Reports Negotiating Settlements Preapring Court Claim forms Preparing Trial Bundles including Witness Statements and Standard Disclosure
We are recruiting….. Due to recent growth within the firm, we are looking to recruit a Criminal Law Solicitor. The successful Criminal Law Solicitor will join a friendly and supportive firm that has established itself as one of the leading Criminal Law firms in the country attracting challenging, high-profile matters across general and serious crime and fraud. The successful candidate will manage a general and serious crime caseload to conclusion. We offer a competitive salary, dependent on experience. The clients are both privately paying or come within the Legal Aid thus expect a high level of advice and representation. The clients expect nothing but the best, a service that we are proud to deliver around the clock as a result the successful candidate will be expected to flex to the needs of the business when needed. As a criminal defence solicitor, you will Join the firm’s respected criminal department based at our Blackburn Office with the possibility of hybrid working for the right individual. Undertake a wide range of matters from advisory, and police station work to Court of Appeal proceedings and everything in-between Successfully engage with clients and third parties at all levels and from all backgrounds Be proactive and adaptive to ever changing conditions and offer your clients reassuring levels of care and expertise. Collaboratively work with a team of experienced paralegals. You will be a criminal defence solicitor with Upwards of 1 years PQE in criminal defence. Police Station Accreditation Confident and personable characteristics and the ability to connect with clients from the outset Full UK drivers license and own transportation. Salary: £25,000 - £40,000 per year (Dependant Upon Experience) Benefits: Casual dress Company pension Free parking On-site parking Referral programme Work from home
Due to ongoing growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a credit hire fee earner/solicitor to join our Personal Injury/Credit Hire department. We are a Lexcel accredited, and full-service law firm which is well known for its quality high value work providing clients with an exceptional experience and a high level of sophistication. There is a steady stream of incoming work due to the firm’s excellent reputation and recommendations. The firm nurtures a working environment which promotes taking exceptional care of its staff and clients which is shown in its high levels of employee retention and a resoundingly positive working atmosphere. Job Purpose To handle a live caseload of credit hire files. Ability to work independently and as a team player. Utilise Case Management Systems to effectively manage and track case progress. Ability to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal processes Experience of the OIC/MOJ Portal is essential. Skills & Qualifications Required A technically strong fee earner/ solicitor with approximately no less than 2 years’ experience Have extensive experience in dealing with credit hire more specifically pre and post litigated matters. Provide excellent client care via regular communication. Ability to manage relationships and agreements with third parties. Strong knowledge of relevant case law and the ability to interpret and apply it effectively. Have a proven track record of handling an independent caseload. Possess excellent written/verbal communication and research skills. Excellent drafting/ negotiating skills. Sound appreciation of client care and service delivery Motivated, driven, and committed to professional growth
A file handler is required for an excellent opportunity with a vibrant law firm based in Blackburn Preferably with Industrial Disease experience. We are a vibrant Law firm based in Blackburn looking to hire an experienced Legal Claims Handler. You will be responsible for the receipt of the initial instructions and initial matter creating and associated checks to support risk assessment. Primary Duties Must Have experience of using the Proclaim system Logging Client’s signed Forms of Authority and Completed Questionnaire on the Case Management System Requesting and logging required documentation from the Client DSAR Reviews First port of contact with client Booking and Arranging Client Appointments Preparing a Letter of Claim Preparing Part 36/Calderbanks for both client and defendant All necessary calls and correspondence with the Client and third parties in the initial stages of the Client’s claim. Management of incoming work source email inboxes Attributes & Competencies Required Good interpersonal and communication skills to interact confidently with both staff and members of the public English GCSE (grade 9-1, A-C or Key Skills Level 2 or equivalent) Law degree/graduate Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft applications Proven ability to plan, manage and prioritise workloads Flexible approach to working Working as part of a team and using own initiative Attention to detail Capability to undertake all assignments in a timely manner Knowledge of GDPR and Data Protection Desirable Previous administrative experience including excellent client care skills across different platforms, including telephone, email and written correspondence
A Proclaim file handler is required for an excellent opportunity with a vibrant law firm based in Blackburn Must have previous experience in areas of law such as RTA, Personal injury, Industrial disease or Housing Disrepair. We are a vibrant Law firm based in Blackburn looking to hire an experienced Legal Claims Handler. You will be responsible for the receipt of the initial instructions and initial matter creating and associated checks to support risk assessment. Primary Duties Must Have experience of using the Proclaim system Logging Client’s signed Forms of Authority and Completed Questionnaire on the Case Management System Requesting and logging required documentation from the Client DSAR Reviews First port of contact with client Booking and Arranging Client Appointments Preparing a Letter of Claim Preparing Part 36/Calderbanks for both client and defendant All necessary calls and correspondence with the Client and third parties in the initial stages of the Client’s claim. Management of incoming work source email inboxes Attributes & Competencies Required Good interpersonal and communication skills to interact confidently with both staff and members of the public English GCSE (grade 9-1, A-C or Key Skills Level 2 or equivalent) Law degree/graduate Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft applications Proven ability to plan, manage and prioritise workloads Flexible approach to working Working as part of a team and using own initiative Attention to detail Capability to undertake all assignments in a timely manner Knowledge of GDPR and Data Protection