Job Title: Personal Injury Paralegal Salary Range: £25,000 to£30,000 per annum Location: Sheffield City Centre Contract: Full Time, Permanent Role Overview & Daily Responsibilities:
Manage a varied caseload of personal injury matters under supervision, including Road Traffic Accidents (RTA), Employer's Liability (EL), Public Liability (PL), and Occupiers' Liability (OL) claims, with occasional exposure to Clinical Negligence
Assist in progressing claims through the MOJ Portal (Stages 1-3) and transitioning appropriate cases to Part 7 litigation
Draft legal documents and correspondence, including Claim Forms, Particulars of Claim, Defences, witness statements, and Part 36 offers
Support with preparing court bundles, applications, and disclosure lists
Liaise with clients, medical experts, third-party insurers, and counsel to obtain evidence and progress claims efficiently
Conduct legal research and assist with assessing liability and quantum
Maintain accurate records on the case management system, ensuring all deadlines and court dates are diarised and met
Assist in settlement negotiations and support fee earners in preparing for hearings and trials
Ensure compliance with pre-action protocols, court rules (CPR), and internal procedures
Provide administrative support where needed, ...