Job Title: Personal Injury ParalegalSalary Range: £25,000 to£30,000 per annumLocation: Sheffield City Centre Contract: Full Time, PermanentRole Overview & Daily Responsibilities:
1. 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
2. Assist in progressing claims through the MOJ Portal (Stages 1-3) and transitioning appropriate cases to Part 7 litigation
3. Draft legal documents and correspondence, including Claim Forms, Particulars of Claim, Defences, witness statements, and Part 36 offers
4. Support with preparing court bundles, applications, and disclosure lists
5. Liaise with clients, medical experts, third-party insurers, and counsel to obtain evidence and progress claims efficiently
6. Conduct legal research and assist with assessing liability and quantum
7. Maintain accurate records on the case management system, ensuring all deadlines and court dates are diarised and met
8. Assist in settlement negotiations and support fee earners in preparing for hearings and trials
9. Ensure compliance with pre-action protocols, court rules (CPR), and internal procedures
10. Provide administrative support where needed, ...