Chichester, Sussex
Job Description
Lexcel accredited practice in West Sussex seeks a driven Personal Injury Paralegal on a full-time, permanent basis.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a paralegal with 1+ year''s experience within a legal framework to join our client''s thriving firm in Chichester. The successful candidate will provide full administrative support to fee earners specialising in complex personal injury claims.
To put you forward for this position, we require your ideal salary and location and notice period.
Responsibilities
Assisting fee earners in file management
Taking client instructions
Obtaining and collating medical evidence
Reviewing and redacting records
Lists of disclosures
Preparing draft witness statements
Drafting court papers and documents
Preparing and sharing e-bundles
Court e-filing
Undertaking legal research
Preparing instructions to counsel
Instructing experts
Court attendance
Preparing correspondence and documents through audio and copy typing
Use of accounting and time recording software
Checking documents for accuracy
Costing files for cost update letters
Telephony
Making appointments and managing diaries
Photocopying, scanning and faxing
Preparing mail and enclosures for dispatch
Time recording
Liaising with partners and the department head
Attending departmental meetings
Ensuring the confidentiality, security and compliance
The Candidate
Paralegals with at least 1 year''s experience within legal profession
Previous experience in personal injury matters is highly advantageous
Has a good academic record
Excellent audio typing and IT skills
Proactive and willing to achieve the best outcome for the firm and clients
The Firm
This independent, full-service law firm with a strong presence in the South East was established more than fifty years ago. It is justly proud of its longstanding, well established relationships with businesses in the area and reputation for excellent client care as demonstrated by numerous glowing testimonials. Due to their continuous growth they are now looking to employ a Personal Injury Paralegal for their office in Chichester.
Our Agency Requirements
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How far are you most comfortable to travel from home?
How long is your notice period?
Paralegal - Personal Injury
For further details of this Personal Injury Paralegal vacancy, please contact Jade on (phone number removed) quoting reference JJ32772.
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