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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.
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.
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.
We are one of the North Wests leading Legal practices, specialising in Personal Injury, Defamation, Clinical Negligence, Professional Negligence, and Abuse. We are currently recruiting for an experienced Legal Assistant to join our Official Injury Claims Portal team 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. As Legal Assistant on the OIC Portal team you will be progressing disputed claims through the Official Injury Claim portal in an accurate and efficient manner. You will be working individually with high attention to detail but also as part of the team. The team is currently broken down between Liability Admitted cases and Liability Disputed cases. On a daily basis you will be dealing with quantum and liability dispute cases, which are unable to be settled at Stage 2 in the OIC Portal. You will be required to either negotiate settlement or failing that, issue proceedings within the OIC Portal for the Court to determine liability or quantum at a final hearing. If you have got drive and determination, ambition and are looking for a stimulating career then we would love to hear from you. Responsibilities to include: · General call queries/answering the team loop (Claimant and Third Party) · Reviewing Medical Evidence and valuing Whiplash Injuries · Reviewing Claimant’s Losses and Vehicle Related Losses including Credit Hire · Drafting Liability Witness Statements on behalf of the Claimant · Issuing proceedings through OIC Portal · Attending Conferences with Counsel About You: · Previous experience advantageous · Knowledge of admitted and disputed cases advantageous · Knowledge of computers particularly excel spreadsheets will be necessary · Good organisational skills · An ability to be able to prioritise work · An ability to work to deadlines and the demands of the team · An ability to work in a fast-paced demanding environment
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 currently looking for an experienced Costs Draftsman to work in a busy law firm in Blackburn. The role will involve: • Drafting larger bills and budgets. • Drafting Replies to Points of Dispute. • Negotiation of Costs to settlement. • Drafting Budgets and associated documentation • Working to deadlines • Liaising and Reporting to Solicitor Clients • Diary Management • Keeping in constant touch with the clients to ensure communication and continuous work flow. • Use of in-house case management system • Keeping up to date with regulatory changes • Research using internal and external resources The ideal candidate: • Excellent organisation skills • Ability to draft bills on Multi Track matters, predominantly on person injury matters. • IT Skills (Excel/Word) • In the process of completing or have completed the LPC
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