Paralegal
| Description |
We are currently seeking a paralegal to join this law firm based in Pontefract, the successful applicant will be responsible for assisting with and managing a case load within personal injury law. Main Responsibilities; Attendance on clients and others in order to take statements, obtain information, make appointments and complete Legal Services Commission (LSC) forms. Liaise between clients and experts and between clients and supervisor and with the other side as requested. Dealing with client queries and reporting to the appropriate fee earner. Preparing standard legal forms. Preparing and filing court documents. Fixing dates for Court hearings and liaising with Counsel and court to find mutually convenient dates. Arranging conferences with Counsel and liaising with client, solicitor, barrister and experts. Preparation of bills and/or liaise with costs draftsman. Preparing LSC forms. Liaise with The Accident Line as requested. Carry out benefit queries and deal with call queries Liaise with Welfare Benefits Advisor and accounts department as required. Obtain periodic payments on account as agreed by the fee earner. Carry relevant searches. To undertake other duties such as researching law, searching old files, obtaining documents, transporting clients, running errands and supporting fee earners as and when required. |
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| Skills & Requirements | Required skills, qualifications and experience; Good client care skills; Ideally previous experience of working as a paralegal; Ideally a relevant qualification; Commitment to become fully knowledgeable in Personal Injury Law through undertaking relevant training. |
| Industry | Legal |
| Location | Leeds |
| Salary | £13k + DOE |
| Start Date | ASAP |
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CLD Recruitment (Leeds) are acting in the capacity of an Employment Agency for this vacancy.