Job Description
A fantastic opportunity to join a well established firm of solicitors based next to Cheshire Oaks. Our Firm is a panel member of the Police Federation (Police officers Union). We represent Police Officers that have been involved in work related accidents against the Police.
The vacancy is ideal for a qualified solicitor or senior solicitor with at least 3 years experience in litigation, preferably in EL/OL personal injury.
Responsibilities include:
* Managing a caseload of 130-150 Fast/Multi track litigated and pre-litigated personal injury Claims
* Ability to run a case from Pre-Lit to trial.
* Ability to work as part of a team, and with supervision, to comply with firm processes
* Ability to use case management software
* Drafting Court documents and Witness statements
* Preparing trial bundles
* Ensuring cases are run efficiently and court directions are complied with
* Regularly updating clients
Ideal Candidate
* Previous experience in litigation essential
* Ability to meet strict court deadlines
* Strong focus on client care and managing members of the public through the court process
* Strong organisation and time management skills
* Strong client care skills to assist laypersons navigate the court system
* strong attention to detail and to spot technical points in Defences and ...