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Personal Injury Legal Assistant
- Aggregated by CV-Library
- Liverpool, Merseyside
- Permanent
- Full Time
- £24,000 - £28,000 Per Annum
Job Description
A well-established and highly regarded law firm is looking for an experienced Legal Assistant to join its busy MOJ Stage 3 team in Liverpool.
You will primarily deal with admitted liability claims, assisting with the progression and settlement of quantum while providing a high standard of client service.
Key Responsibilities
* Handling general telephone queries and responding to correspondence from claimants and third parties
* Managing MOJ administration and dealing with incoming court correspondence
* Reviewing claimant losses and vehicle-related losses, including Credit Hire claims
* Drafting accurate and timely witness statements
* Preparing and submitting court proceedings packs via the MOJ Portal
* Issuing proceedings through the relevant courts
* Preparing court bundles and assisting with counsel instructions
* Supporting the wider team with the efficient progression of claims
The Ideal Candidate:
* Previous experience within a personal injury environment and a understanding of the MOJ Portal and Stage 3 process
* Knowledge of admitted and disputed liability claims
* Strong IT skills, particularly with Microsoft Excel and spreadsheets
* Excellent organisation and attention to detail
* The ability to prioritise a busy workload effectively
* Strong time-management skills and the ability to work to deadlines
* The ability to work confidently in a fast-paced environment
* A proactive, motivated and team-focused approach
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* 23 days' annual leave, plus your birthday off and 8 bank holidays
* Career development
* Income protection
* Dental plan
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Workplace pension scheme
* Free onsite weekly classes and wellbeing programmes
* Discounted onsite restaurant and cafe
You will primarily deal with admitted liability claims, assisting with the progression and settlement of quantum while providing a high standard of client service.
Key Responsibilities
* Handling general telephone queries and responding to correspondence from claimants and third parties
* Managing MOJ administration and dealing with incoming court correspondence
* Reviewing claimant losses and vehicle-related losses, including Credit Hire claims
* Drafting accurate and timely witness statements
* Preparing and submitting court proceedings packs via the MOJ Portal
* Issuing proceedings through the relevant courts
* Preparing court bundles and assisting with counsel instructions
* Supporting the wider team with the efficient progression of claims
The Ideal Candidate:
* Previous experience within a personal injury environment and a understanding of the MOJ Portal and Stage 3 process
* Knowledge of admitted and disputed liability claims
* Strong IT skills, particularly with Microsoft Excel and spreadsheets
* Excellent organisation and attention to detail
* The ability to prioritise a busy workload effectively
* Strong time-management skills and the ability to work to deadlines
* The ability to work confidently in a fast-paced environment
* A proactive, motivated and team-focused approach
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* 23 days' annual leave, plus your birthday off and 8 bank holidays
* Career development
* Income protection
* Dental plan
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Workplace pension scheme
* Free onsite weekly classes and wellbeing programmes
* Discounted onsite restaurant and cafe