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Litigation Fee Earner

St Helens Law Ltd
St Helens

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£28,000 - £35,000 a year
1 day ago

Benefits

Free parking
Casual dress
Company pension
On-site parking

Qualifications

Filing
Microsoft Office
Organisational skills
Communication skills
Adobe Acrobat

Full job description

Job Description

Job Title: Litigation Fee Earner

Department: Litigation

Reports To: Head of Department / Supervising Solicitor

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Litigation Fee Earner to join our busy Litigation Department. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload while providing support across a range of litigation matters, ensuring compliance with court deadlines, delivering excellent client care, and maintaining high standards of file management. This is an excellent opportunity for an established fee earner with experience in Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence, and general Litigation.

Key Responsibilities

· Manage a varied caseload of litigation matters, including:

· Personal Injury

· Clinical Negligence

· Landlord and Tenant

· Debt Recovery

· Contested Probate

· General Civil Litigation

· Issue and serve court proceedings using the DCP system.

· Prepare and file court documents in accordance with the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR).

· Prepare comprehensive court bundles and lists of documents.

· Manage the department's court diary and monitor key litigation deadlines.

· Ensure compliance with court directions and limitation periods.

· Notify clients and the Court of hearing dates and procedural developments.

· Arrange representation for hearings, including instructing Counsel where appropriate.

· Attend court hearings with and without Counsel as required.

· Take instructions from new and existing clients.

· Conduct initial client meetings and provide ongoing updates throughout the progression of matters.

· Handle telephone and email enquiries professionally and efficiently.

· Deal with new enquiries for the Litigation Department and assess potential new matters.

· Maintain accurate case records using Proclaim case management software.

· Process claims through the MOJ Portal where applicable.

· Ensure all files are managed in accordance with firm procedures, regulatory requirements, and service standards.

Essential Skills and Experience

· Previous experience as a Litigation Fee Earner or equivalent role.

· Experience working within Personal Injury, Clinical Negligence, and Litigation.

· Practical experience issuing and serving proceedings (DCP).

· Strong working knowledge of Proclaim case management software.

· Sound understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR).

· Experience using court filing systems and the MOJ Portal.

· Good understanding of limitation periods and procedural requirements.

· Experience preparing court bundles and disclosure documentation.

· Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing workloads.

· Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict court deadlines.

· High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

· Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will be:

· An organised and self-motivated professional with a proactive approach to managing their workload.

· Confident in communicating with clients, Counsel, the Courts, and third parties.

· Client-focused, with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

· Able to work both independently and collaboratively within a busy team.

· Committed to delivering high standards of client service and maintaining confidentiality at all times.

· Calm under pressure, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

This role is ideal for an established litigation professional seeking to join a dynamic department where they can manage a varied caseload, contribute to the continued success of the team, and provide exceptional service to clients

Pay: £28,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress
Company pension
Free parking
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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