Credit Hire Litigator - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom - LNH Rec LLP

LNH Rec LLP

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Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Our client, a long-established and highly regarded private legal practice based in Newcastle upon Tyne, are currently recruiting for a credit hire specialist Litigation Solicitor / Fee Earner.

The firm are happy to consider fully office based or hybrid working.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a good track record of handling a caseload of fast / multi-track litigated credit hire cases.

You must have experience dealing with credit hire claims, including the common arguments on mitigation, duration, rate etc.

Responsibilities include:

Managing a caseload of credit hire / motor recovery claims, with the aim of achieving the best possible outcome for the client and the firm.
There will be a mixture of cases, predominantly Fast Track/Multi-Track matters.
Progressing cases to trial if necessary, including advising on liability and quantum, preparing for CMC's, CCMC's, other interlocutory hearings and trials.
Accurately quantifying special damages, including loss of earnings.
Assessing basic hire rate evidence
Help identify continuous improvement to the operational function with regards to process, commercial and tactical practice
Understand and meet stated operational measures for the role.
Ensure the confidentiality and security of all firm and client documentation and information.

Required skills / experience:

Previous credit hire litigation experience is essential
Previous fraud/counter fraud handling experience preferred
Target driven, whilst maintaining exceptional client care
Excellent telephone manner and communication skills
Excellent problemsolving and negotiation skills
Excellent knowledge of the CPR and Credit Hire case law.
Ability to work efficiently and effectively, as part of a team and using own initiative.

Salary:
£25,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits: