Motor Paralegal

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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.

HRC Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer, and all applications will be treated as such.

 

Location: 
Glasgow
Type: 
Permanent
Discipline: 
Paralegal
Job Posted: 
Tue, 20 Aug 2024
Closing Date: 
Tue, 20 Aug 2024
Reference: 
11512

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