Role – Paralegal - Volume Motor Team
Location – Edinburgh or Glasgow
Salary – up to £28,000 DOE
We are working with a leading global law firm, which is looking to add an experienced Paralegal with a background in Motor/RTA fee earning who is competent in running a defendant caseload of litigated matters.
In return, you will benefit from being part of an organisation that is genuinely committed to its people. You will have access to a range of learning and development opportunities designed to support your ongoing progression.
What you will bring:
- Previous Motor/RTA litigation experience is essential
- A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Have strong organisation skills and be able to use a case management system.
- The ability to meet deadlines and work efficiently by managing time in a fast-paced environment
- Have strong telephone negotiation skills
- Demonstrate the ability to value personal injury using JC Guidelines and case law.
- A Professional manner with the ability to build relationships internally and externally
What does a day look like:
- Handle a caseload of c70 files at any one time
- Deal with all procedural aspects from the issue through to trial
- Draft all pleadings
- Assess claims for special damages
- Negotiate settlement where appropriate using persuasive arguments
- Prepare witness statements for use in court proceedings, taken via telephone call or video call
- Attend conferences with counsel when required
- Liaise with other professionals such as claimant's solicitors, counsel, courts, brokers, policyholders, and the insurer clients
- Ensure all Management Information is completed timely and accurately
Don’t hesitate on this fantastic chance to be a part of a firm of committed and hardworking individuals providing first-class legal advice.
So, does this sound like you? If you are interested please click the apply button below to send in your CV.
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