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The Litigation Assistant is responsive for effective file handling and client care in pursuing a claim for compensation on the Client’s behalf.

Primary Duties:

Working under the guidance of a senior litigator to complete the following;

• Preparing claims for interlocutory hearings including the preparation of CCMC bundles
• Instructing Counsel and liaising with Counsel post hearing
• Instructing Costs draftsmen
• Complying with directions
• Drafting Witness statements
• Sending, checking and submitting Fee Remission Forms
• Calculating and making Part 36 offers
• Liaising with the defendants
• Providing clients with updates on the status of their claim
• Reviewing Part 35 reports and assessing and re-reviewing prospects of success
• To review incoming information and establish the claim route
• Establish at the earliest opportunity an entity who a claim can be brought against
• Checking all compliance requirements were on the file e.g. Deadlines, AML evidence, Terms of Business
• Request all relevant information from the relevant parties as soon as identified

Attributes & Competencies Required:

• Candidates will need to be assertive, focussed and be able to present themselves in a confident manner to clients, particularly high net worth individuals. Resilience and an ability to remain calm under pressure are also key attributes.
• Candidates will need to demonstrate excellent written and interpersonal skills in order to meet the drafting and presentation aspects of the role, as well as a keen eye for detail.
• Organisational and prioritising skills are also essential to meet the demands of challenging internal and external clients.
• Good teamwork skills and the ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels are essential.
• Candidates are expected to be pro-active and take the initiative both in relation to the development of their development and their relationships with key clients/contacts.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person