Job Description
Cordell & Co is a personal injury law firm based in Dorking, Surrey. It is a second-generation family owned law firm with a pedigree in a wide range of areas of personal injury. Our firm is growing and the opportunity will allow you to operate within a growing, vibrant environment working closely with the owner in their plan to modernise and develop the firm into a top personal injury practice.
This role is ideal for an individual who is suited to the management of legal environments, comfortable with managing a team of highly motivated individuals and their characters. They must excel in the development and management of general legal operations. They must be confident of working with a young owner with an overall goal of growing the firm with organic investment.
Operational Responsibilities
* Advise the owner on legal and governance matters affecting the business.
* Lead legal strategy, risk management and compliance mechanics through communication with the owner and COLP.
* Lead trial performance by attendance at court and managing counsel.
* Supporting fee earners in reaching their goals through guidance, management and training.
* Managing a growing group of up to 50 staff including solicitors (Currently 26 staff).
Practice Responsibilities
1. Review and manage tasks which a solicitor would be expected...