Are you an ambitious Paralegal for an opportunity to work on technical and complex cases?
Slater and Gordon are a leading consumer law firm and our mission is to give people easier access to world class legal services. The firm provides specialist legal and complementary services in a broad range of areas and our clients are the centre of it all.
We are looking for a Fee Earner to join our Personal Injury department in Liverpool. This role is specifically for the Technical Team who deal with cases over 2 years of age. You will ideally have experience in issuing limitation proceedings and drafting applications. You will have the ability to work independently and who has had experience with handling cases using the MOJ portal and issued Part 8 Claims.
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;
- Manage own case load in a timely manner
- Pro-actively progress cases towards settlement
- Assess and secure the correct funding for the client
- Securing relevant medical reports and value in accordance with company direction and the latest tools available e.g. matrix, case law and Judicial College Guidelines
- Obtaining the clients Schedule of Loss and any evidence required to support a claim
- Securing interim payments and client agreements
- Securing invoices from suppliers
- Chase clients or suppliers when required
- Drafting Applications
- Drafting Limitation Proceedings
- Drafting Stage 3 Court Documentation
- Dealing with a variety of court orders
What we are looking for;
- A thorough understanding of the MOJ process, preferable in a similar role
- Ability to assess and review medical reports of various disciplines
- Excellent attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Ability to assess and review medical reports of various disciplines
- Ability to accurately record data information
- Organisational management
What we offer in return:
In return we offer a competitive salary with market leading benefits, a positive and inviting work environment, exposure to industry specialists and the fantastic opportunity to develop a rewarding and successful career with an award winning law firm.
How to apply:
To make a formal application please select "Apply now" and follow the online process. Should your application be shortlisted a member of the recruitment team will be in touch.
