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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
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
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
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