Senior Litigation Assistant

3 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Weightmans Full time

About the Role

At Weightmans, we are looking for a skilled Paralegal to join our National Large Loss team in London. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in personal injury litigation and a genuine interest in the area of work.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist senior case handlers in the team with various tasks, including general case management, legal research, and drafting of witness statements and reports to clients.
  • Attend client meetings and court hearings to support fee earners.
  • Assist with the instruction of Counsel and experts.
  • Respond promptly and accurately to correspondence and telephone enquiries from clients and other parties.
  • Achieve set financial and chargeable targets.
  • Support the team's business development activities.
  • Ensure compliance with key dates and Court deadlines.
  • Organise and arrange expert appointments and conferences.

About You

We require the ideal candidate to have excellent IT skills, excellent written and communication skills, and excellent time management and organisation skills. The ability to multi-task and prioritise, work to strict deadlines and targets, and work as part of a team and on own initiative are also essential.

Requirements

  • Previous experience as a Paralegal.
  • Experience in personal injury litigation.
  • Excellent IT skills.
  • Excellent written and communication skills.
  • Excellent time management and organisation skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and concentration.
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritise.
  • Ability to work to strict deadlines and targets.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.


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