Peoples jobs in Blackburn

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

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.

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