ASL Solicitors is a well-established, multi-service law firm. Due to the continued growth and expansion of our Clinical Negligence and Serious Injury team, we are seeking an ambitious and motivated Paralegal to join our specialist department.
This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal with a genuine interest in Clinical Negligence and Serious Injury work to gain exposure to complex, high-value litigation and develop their career working closely with an experienced Senior Solicitor with more than 25 years' post-qualification experience.
The successful candidate will play a key supporting role in assisting on complex cases which will include RTA claims, misdiagnosis of cancer, child birth issues, cerebral palsy, some with values in excess of 1 million pounds and more. These cases involve extensive expert evidence, complex liability issues and substantial future loss claims.
We offer an excellent work life balance, a very competitive salary and benefits package with an opportunity to progress your career in a positive, team-driven environment!
The Role
The successful candidate will work closely with and assist a Senior Solicitor on a caseload of high-value clinical negligence and catastrophic injury matters. This role is ideally suited to someone who wants to develop their expertise in complex litigation and gain substantial hands-on experience in challenging, high-profile cases.
Candidate Requirements
- An experienced Paralegal with a genuine interest in Clinical Negligence and Serious Injury law.
- Minimum 1 year's experience assisting with clinical negligence and/or serious injury matters.
- A good understanding of clinical negligence and personal injury litigation.
- Some litigation experience is desirable.
- A strong academic background, preferably with an LLB or other legal qualification.
- LPC, SQE, CILEX, Solicitor Apprenticeship or Bar training candidates are encouraged to apply.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical, research and forensic skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability.
- Ability to work effectively within a team and support senior fee earners on complex litigation.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to strict deadlines.
- Excellent client care skills and a professional manner.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Experience using the Proclaim case management system would be advantageous.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting a Senior Solicitor with the management of complex, high-value and catastrophic injury claims.
- Supporting the progression of clinical negligence and serious injury matters from initial enquiry through to settlement or trial.
- Taking initial instructions from clients and assisting with case assessments.
- Arranging conferences with clients, counsel and experts.
- Liaising with clients, hospitals, GPs, experts, counsel, defendant solicitors and other relevant parties.
- Reviewing and analysing medical records and documentary evidence.
- Preparing chronologies, case summaries and schedules of evidence.
- Drafting instructions to medical experts and counsel.
- Preparing court bundles.
- Assisting with witness statements and other legal documents.
- Reviewing liability and quantum evidence.
- Assisting with the valuation of high-value claims, including substantial future loss claims.
- Supporting pre- and post-issue litigation work under supervision.
- Undertaking legal research and evidential investigations.
- Managing administrative and case management tasks within the department.
- Maintaining accurate time recording and file management.
- Working proactively to meet court deadlines and litigation timetables.
Why Join Us?
This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a paralegal already working in clinical negligence or serious injury to develop their skills by working on some of the firm's most significant and complex cases. You will gain invaluable exposure to high-value and catastrophic injury litigation, making this an ideal role for those seeking to qualify and progress their legal career.
Should you have any questions regarding this opportunity please contact us on 01706 711 176.
Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm
Job Types: Full-time Contract
Salary: From NMW to £26,000 - Subject to Experience
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
On-site parking
Hybrid/Remote Working (After a successful probationary period)
Regular training
Career Development
Experience:
- paralegal: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £26,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Work from home
Experience:
- Paralegal: 1 year (required)
- Clinical Negligence: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
