Small Claims Track Lawyer
19 hours ago
Small Claims Track Lawyer - Property Recoveries Small Claims Track Lawyer - Property RecoveriesScroll down to find an indepth overview of this job, and what is expected of candidates Make an application by clicking on the Apply button.Department : LegalEmployment Type : Permanent - Full TimeLocation : BoltonDescriptionKeoghs LLP is one of the leading insurance law firms in the UK and can rightly claim to be amongst the most dynamic in its sector. We now have an exciting opportunity for a talented insurance lawyer within the Property Risks & Coverage Team. This role is based in our Bolton office but flexible working is encouraged for the right candidate. The Recoveries sub specialist team work across the national offices but primarily from Bolton and Bristol. The SCT / FT team work collaboratively across offices so geographic location is not a crucial factor for this role.The is a Claimant role and the successful candidate will handle a case of load of Household andmercial Property recovery files which cover a cross section of perils from a selection of the team's well known insurers up to a value of GBP 25K typically.Key AccountabilitiesInitial review / report - considering funding, prospects of successful recovery and triage of claimReviewing evidenceConducting investigations and establishing causes of actionInstructing counsel and expertsLegal researchDrafting generally including letter of claim, claim form and particulars tomence proceedingsAttending conferences and trials with counselDealing with routine correspondenceLiaising with lay and insurer clientsEngaging in settlement negotiations including consideration and drafting of Part 36 offersPreparing pre-action and interim applicationsPreparing documents for trialAssisting with ADR (including mediation)Court appointmentsConducting advocacy by telephone and in personEnsurepliance with the SRA Standards & RegulationsWorking Hours35 hours per week Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch. Primary location for this role is Bolton, Parklands OfficeRecruitment CriteriaPrevious experience in a Defendant or Claimant litigation firmAn ability to prioritise workload and managepeting demandsAbility to pay attention to detailAbility to work with case management systemsRequired Soft SkillsThe personal skills to deal with such work as major and expensive litigation involving liaison with senior claims handlersValuesOur 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;We are connectedWe are DynamicWe are Innovative xpwpeyx We succeed togetherBenefits25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days)Simply Health Care Cash PlanWeCare - 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 wellbeingDeath In Service - after 1 years' servicePension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% EmployerCycle to Work SchemeTech SchemeSeason Ticket LoanGym FlexAccess to Online Discount SitesDiscounted Gourmet Society MembershipDiscounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwideDiscounts at local retail outletsafter successfullypleting probation Job ID 6de3bbbc-7db3-4908-b4ee-00561e684be6
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