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Personal Injury Litigator is required by a dynamic, fast paced and well established, multi-service Law firm in Blackburn, Lancashire. The successful Personal Injury Litigator will have at least 5 years’ experience as a Litigator. You will have strong interpersonal skills & case management system experience along with having the ability to manage your own workload effectively. This is a terrific opportunity for somebody looking to progress their career as an RTA Litigator. The Role & Requirements: You will handle a Caseload of 50-60 files, which will predominately be RTA. Excellent communication and time management skills. The ability to build and nurture strong relationships with clients. It is essential that you possess minimum 5 years’ Litigation experience. You will quantify damages, prepare client statements and identify and prepare cases for litigation. Handling files by way of obtaining medical reports, liaising with clients, disclosing reports and attempting to reach settlement or issuing cases in line with company expectations. It is imperative that you are IT Literate, with experience using: Microsoft Excel, Case Management Systems & Outlook etc. Vacancy Information: Location: Blackburn, Lancashire Salary range (DOE): £25,000 to £30,000 Job type: Permanent Experience: 1+ years Litigation experience Job Section: Private Practice Full Time
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
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