Multi-track Litigation Assistant - Sheffield, United Kingdom - LNH Rec LLP

LNH Rec LLP

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Sheffield, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Our client, a well established and highly regarded Sheffield-based law firm have an exciting opportunity for a Litigation Assistant to join a busy multi-track team.

The Litigation Assistant is responsible for effective file handling and client care in pursuing a claim for compensation on the Client's behalf.

The primary duties of the role are as follows:
Working under the guidance of a senior litigator to complete the following;

Preparing claims for interlocutory hearings including the preparation of CCMC bundles
Instructing Counsel and liaising with Counsel post hearing
Instructing Costs draftsmen
Complying with directions
Drafting Witness statements
Sending, checking and submitting Fee Remission Forms
Calculating and making Part 36 offers
Liaising with the defendants
Providing clients with updates on the status of their claim
Reviewing Part 35 reports and assessing and rereviewing prospects of success.
To review incoming information and establish the claim route
Establish at the earliest opportunity an entity who a claim can be brought against
Checking all compliance requirements were on the file e.g. Deadlines, AML evidence, Terms of Business

Request all relevant information from the relevant parties as soon as identified

The following attributes are sought from applicants:

Organisational and prioritising skills are also essential to meet the demands of challenging internal and external clients.
Good teamwork skills and the ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels are essential.

Salary:
£22,000.00-£25,000.00 per year

Schedule: