Vacancy Description: Costs Draftsperson – Family Department
Location: Bolton or Bury Office
Hours: Negotiable within 9.00 am to 5.00 pm - Monday to Friday (1 Hour Lunch)
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Costs Draftsperson to join our busy Family Department.
Job Role
Working within a busy office, you will be expected to carry out the following duties:
1. Preparing and submitting fixed fee and exceptional Legal Aid bills of costs and High Cost Case Plans.
2. Preparing and submitting necessary bundles to accompany submissions to the LAA.
3. Liaising with counsel’s chambers to ensure counsel’s claims are appropriately submitted and fee notes are available at billing time.
4. Liaising with third parties and fee earners to ensure all recoverable costs and disbursements are claimed.
5. Liaising with clients regarding legal aid bills, as required.
6. Serving bills in accordance with procedural requirements and relevant cost assessment protocols.
7. Monitoring CCMS notifications and ensuring prompt submissions and responses within LAA deadlines.
8. Staying updated with developments in legal aid cost regulations, assessment criteria, and funding guidance in family law matters.
9. Preparing private bills of costs, both interim and final.
10. Handling general administration related to billing and file closures.
11. Providing ongoing support, guidance, and training to colleagues to promote best practices and continuous improvement in cost recovery processes.
Skills Required
* Up-to-date knowledge of LAA costs assessment guidance and legislation.
* Proficiency with CCMS and ability to use the system confidently.
* Good organizational skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Friendly and professional demeanor.
The traditions and values that established Russell & Russell as an early pioneer of legal services continue to serve us well today. We provide friendly, professional advice in a manner similar to a traditional high street law firm, combined with a modern 21st-century approach.
The firm has grown organically to include eight offices across the North West, including two in Bolton and one each in Atherton, Bury, Chester, Farnworth, Horwich, and Middleton. While we are a regional firm, many departments serve clients throughout England and Wales.
We hold various industry-related accreditations, notably the Lexcel Practice Management Standard.
What We Offer
* Attendance bonus
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and an accrual system after 2 years
* Birthday holiday
* Referral schemes (PI, Conveyancing, Family & Wills/Probate)
* Discounted services (Conveyancing, Family & Wills)
* Staff introductory scheme (Refer a successful applicant and receive £500)
* Monthly raffle draw – prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places
* Dress-down days once a month (linked to charity)
* Annual Christmas party and other events
Training & Development
* Training and development opportunities
* Internal workshops
* Compliance webinars
Applications: To apply, please complete the application form via the button below and attach your CV.
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