Assistant File Hander to Lead

1 week ago


Bolton, Bolton, United Kingdom Keoghs Full time
Assistant File Handler (to Lead File Handler)

Supporting a Lead File Handler/Partner with a case load of Hourly rate Complex Injury Cases including NIHL, HAVS and WRULD.

Performing delegated tasks to pursue the progression/resolution of the case.

Key Accountabilities

  • To undertake initial steps on a file including sending out acknowledgements, and procedural documents such as AOS/Notice of Acting.
  • Conduct such investigations as are appropriate and as may be delegated from time to time by the Lead File Handlers)
  • Progress so as to be able to carry out nonstandard procedural tasks, including drafting nonstandard court documents, conducting advocacy at interim hearings and preparing for trial.
  • Where appropriate, review medical records and take witness statements.
  • To assist the Lead File Handler(s) in progressing the file in the most appropriate manner.
  • Undertake Legal Research: attend client presentations; take training notes; attend court with counsel; watching brief at inquests; attend conferences; undertake supervised negotiation
  • To ensure compliance with the SRA Code of Conduct 201
  • Adhere to Keoghs Values

Activity Time Frames:

  • Adaptable; follows the direction of the LFH and prioritises own activity on a daily basis.
  • Scale and Scope
  • Typically expect 6.8 chargeable hours per day, to be agreed at team/local level.
  • Supports one or more Lead File Handler(s)
  • Works on the case load of the Lead File Handler
  • Complete delegated tasks within time frame agreed with Lead File Handler
Working Hours
35 hours per week
Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch.
Primary location for this role is Bolton, Parklands Office.

Experience, Skills and Qualifications

  • Ideally a degree in Law/LPC Graduates/ILEX trained
  • Knowledge of Disease essential
  • Litigation experience is desirable but not a prerequisite to apply
  • Previous experience of handling own caseload or assisting "lead File Handlers" with their caseloads.
  • Demonstrate analytical and critical thinking.
  • IT Literate;
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Experienced in using a Claims/Case Management system

Contract Type

  • Permanent

Area

  • Complex Injury 3

Sub Area

  • Legacy

Office

  • Bolton
  • Parklands

Closing Date

  • 17 Aug 2023


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