Costs Paralegal
5 days ago
Costs Paralegal Department: Legal Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Bolton Compensation: £22,222 / year Description To assess and settle claims for costs in Clinical Negligence claims and to deal with all procedural aspects up to agreement or assessment in an entry level role to file handling. Managing own caseload of end of life payables. Key Responsibilities Drafting the following documents: Chronology Costs Strategy Document Points of Dispute Interlocutory applications (basic) Part 18 requests Consent orders Evidential Reviews and Assessments Carrying out detailed review of file and preparing chronology Assessing claim for costs and setting strategy/reserves Assessing replies Reviews of incoming disclosure and documentary evidence Referral for supervision Assessing outcome of PA Reporting Drafting advice on NDA files to client. Preparing outcome reports once the case has concluded Preparing non-strategic updates to client on cases assisting lead on Settlement Negotiations Assessing part 36 offers/other settlement proposals Negotiation with third party Completing MI; payment request and outcome report to client To ensure compliance with the SRA Standards & Regulations Working Hours 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch. Primary location for this role is Bolton. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Essential English & Maths GCSE grade A to C/Level 5 or equivalent IT literate (Microsoft Office) Organisational skills particularly the ability to prioritise and multitask Interpersonal skills Oral communication - Experience of costs negotiation and setting negotiation strategies Customer services skills Ability to work as part of a team Ability to work independently Ability to take initiative Attention to detail. Drafting of costs legal documents, including PODs and applications An understanding of client needs/requirements Good knowledge of litigation and costs process Proficient use of a case management system Desirable Legal office experience Use of a Case management system Degree/Equivalent experience/qualification Job Benefits 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days) Simply Health Care Cash Plan WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing covering a whole host of topics to do with health, mental health, wellbeing & healthy living and financial & legal wellbeing Death In Service – after 1 years’ service Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer Cycle to Work Scheme* Tech Scheme* Season Ticket Loan* Gym Flex* Access to Online Discount Sites Discounted Gourmet Society Membership Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide Discounts at local retail outlets *after successfully completing probation #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Costs Paralegal
3 days ago
Bolton, United Kingdom Keoghs Full timeJoin to apply for the Costs Paralegal role at Keoghs. Position Overview: Assess and settle cost claims in Clinical Negligence cases at an entry‑level position, handling all procedural aspects up to agreement or assessment. Location: Bolton Department: Legal Working Hours: 35 hrs/week, Mon‑Fri 9am‑5pm (1 unpaid lunch break) Salary: £22,222 per year Key...
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Costs Paralegal
6 days ago
Bolton, Bolton, United Kingdom Davies Full time £22,000 - £40,000 per yearCosts ParalegalDepartment: LegalEmployment Type: Permanent - Full TimeLocation: BoltonCompensation: £22,222 / yearDescription To assess and settle claims for costs in Clinical Negligence claims and to deal with all procedural aspects up to agreement or assessment in an entry level role to file handling. Managing own caseload of end of life payables. Key...
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Costs Paralegal – Clinical Negligence Claims
3 days ago
Bolton, United Kingdom Davies Full timeA legal services provider in Bolton is hiring a Costs Paralegal for a permanent full-time position. The role involves assessing and settling claims related to Clinical Negligence and managing the procedural aspects of file handling. Ideal candidates should have GCSEs in English and Maths and possess strong organisational, communication, and IT skills. They...
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Costs Paralegal – Clinical Negligence Claims
5 days ago
Bolton, United Kingdom Davies Full timeA reputable legal firm in Bolton is looking for a Costs Paralegal to manage and settle Clinical Negligence claims. This full-time role involves handling your own caseload, drafting essential legal documents, and conducting evidential reviews. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational and communication skills, and the ability to work both...
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Entry-Level Costs Paralegal
3 days ago
Bolton, United Kingdom Keoghs Full timeA leading law firm in Bolton is seeking a Costs Paralegal to join their legal team. This entry-level role involves assessing and settling cost claims in Clinical Negligence cases. You will draft legal documents, conduct evidential reviews, and assist in negotiations. Ideal candidates will possess essential GCSEs, strong IT skills, and attention to detail....
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Costs Paralegal
4 days ago
Bolton, United Kingdom Keoghs Full timeDepartment: Legal Location: Bolton Compensation: £22,222 / yearDescriptionTo assess and settle claims for costs in Clinical Negligence claims and to deal with all procedural aspects up to agreement or assessment in an entry level role to file handling.Managing own caseload of end of life payables. Key ResponsibilitiesDrafting the following...
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Costs Paralegal
4 days ago
Bolton, United Kingdom Keoghs Full timeDepartment: LegalLocation: BoltonCompensation: £22,222 / yearDescriptionTo assess and settle claims for costs in Clinical Negligence claims and to deal with all procedural aspects up to agreement or assessment in an entry level role to file handling.Managing own caseload of end of life payables. Key ResponsibilitiesDrafting the following...
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Costs Paralegal
3 days ago
Bolton, Bolton, United Kingdom Davies Full time £22,000 - £40,000 per yearDepartment Legal Employment Type Permanent - Full Time Location Bolton Workplace type Hybrid Compensation £22,222 / year Key Responsibilities Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Job Benefits About Keoghs Keoghs is a leading provider of legal and claims solutions to insurers, businesses and other suppliers to the insurance sector. We manage more...
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Costs Paralegal
5 days ago
Bolton, Bolton, United Kingdom Keoghs Full time £25,000 - £40,000 per yearDepartment:LegalLocation:BoltonDescriptionUndertake a variety of data gathering and information recording activities, on behalf of a File Handler, to facilitate the rapid settlement of cases and the closure of files.Key Accountabilities• Acknowledging instructions, initially liaising with clients and other parties.• Drafting appropriate documentation.•...
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Fast Track Liability File Handler
1 day ago
Bolton, United Kingdom Keoghs Full time**Description**: Working in our Non Delegated Authority (NDA) motor unit, the role of 'file handler' is to handle a caseload of mainly fast track litigated motor instructions on behalf of key insurer clients, from issue of proceedings through to Trial. There may also be a selection of non-litigated, small claims to deal with if they fall into the NDA...
