Assistant File Handler

2 weeks ago


Bolton, United Kingdom Keoghs Full time

Assistant File Handler (to Lead File Handler) - Disease
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 non-standard procedural tasks, including drafting non-standard 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 2011
- 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 pre-requisite to apply
- Previous experience of handling own caseload or assisting “lead File Handlers” with their case-loads.
- Demonstrate analytical and critical thinking.
- IT Literate;
- Proficient in MS Office
- Experienced in using a Claims/Case Management system
Values
Our culture is focussed on making Keoghs sustainable and successful for our people and clients, with this our five values are at the heart of everything we do;
Keoghs values
We listen, are down to earth and supportive
We work together towards a common goal
We’re friendly with a can do attitude
We care about our clients
We evolve

**Contract Type**
- Permanent

**Area**
- Complex Injury 3

**Sub Area**
- Legacy

**Office**
- Keoghs Bolton Parklands

**Closing Date**
- 31 Jul 2023



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