Total 4 job vacancies by Idan Business Services Ltd

Job Description:
Are you a qualified solicitor RTA or an experienced Litigation Executive who is looking for a new role? We are looking to expand the Litigation team and are recruiting for a solicitor or Litigation Executive with over 2 years experience of handling RTA/PI claims.

You will be responsible for your own caseload of litigated RTA claims in addition to providing support on complex matters to the claims handlers and paralegals within the department. Cases will be predominately RTA claims .

The Role:
- Personal Injury Solicitor/Litigator
- Reviewing liability and quantum on personal injury files (including credit hire) prior to issuing proceedings
- Drafting court documents to issue proceedings
- Liaising with client for further information/documents required in order to fully evidence claim
Reviewing medical reports and any other
- Reviewing offers received and providing advice as to the risks to client
- Reviewing Defences and preparing Replies
- Drafting List of Documents and reviewing Defendant’s List
- Taking and drafting witness statements from client and any other witnesses
- Preparing client and case for trial
- Briefing counsel
- Attending trials where in local vicinity

The Candidate:
At least 2+ years experience
You should have excellent client care skills and a commercial approach to your work

Job Type:
Permanent

Our client is a well renowned Law firm in Blackburn that specialises in Personal Injury based in Blackburn.They mainly cover every area of Personal Injury from Road traffic accidents.

Due to their continued success and growth, they are currently seeking 2 x Paralegals to join their Personal Injury department to assist in achieving the best possible results for their clients.

We're offering you the opportunity to join a dynamic and fast paced organisation, whilst providing a supportive working environment where you will work towards a shared vision.

As a Paralegal, you will progress Fast Track cases from start to an effective and satisfactory conclusion for our clients ensuring high level of services.

The right person must have good attention to detail and the ability to handle a busy caseload under their own initiative.

This is an excellent opportunity for people looking to progress in a career.

There is also the possibility of remote working for the right candidate with relevant experience.

Candidate must have experience in the following:
Dealing with MOJ portal
dealing with Third Party Insurers
Reviewing Medical and Engineer Reports
Valuing Medical Reports
Negotiating Settlements
Preapring Court Claim forms
Preparing Trial Bundles including Witness Statements and Standard Disclosure

Job Type:
Permanent

Salary: £20,000- £24,000

Our client based in Blackburn, Lancashire is in urgent need of a Civil and Commercial Litigation Fee earner

We are in Urgent need of Fee earner for our Civil/Commercial Litigation Department. This department, a testament to the firm's continual growth and adaptation to the dynamic legal landscape, is experiencing a remarkable upsurge in client engagements. Consequently, we are seeking to expand our team with the addition of a new Solicitor or Litigation Executive. This individual should possess a robust understanding and practical experience in civil/commercial litigation and debt-related matters, adhering to the legal frameworks of England and Wales.

Our department's focus encompasses a diverse range of legal issues, including but not limited to:
Residential Landlord-Tenant Disputes, primarily focusing on possession proceedings as per the Housing Act 1988 and subsequent amendments.
Commercial Landlord-Tenant Disputes, involving the execution of forfeiture notices under the Law of Property Act 1925.
Debt Recovery Actions and Proceedings, adhering to the Civil Procedure Rules and relevant case law.
Breach of Contract matters, guided by established principles under English Contract Law.
General Civil and Litigation Disputes, encompassing a wide range of civil law issues.
Property Litigation and Contentious Probate Matters, requiring an intricate understanding of the Property Law and Probate Law respectively.

The role we seek to fill entails a variety of responsibilities, including but not limited to:
Initial consultations with prospective clients and the gathering of preliminary instructions.
Collaboration with the supervising team to determine fee structures, followed by communicating fee estimates to clients.
Conducting legal research and formulating a case strategy post-instruction.
Drafting initial correspondences and formal letters to involved parties, articulating our clients' claims and positions.
Preparation of witness statements to substantiate our clients’ claims.
Drafting and filing court proceedings, ensuring compliance with the relevant procedural requirements.
Management of evidence and disclosure processes, in line with the Civil Procedure Rules.
Navigation of court directions and ensuring adherence to judicial guidelines.
Participation in marketing and business development initiatives to further the department's reach and reputation.

The successful candidate will benefit from supervision by the Head of the Department and administrative support from an Administrative Assistant.

Job Type:
Permanent

Our client in Blackburn is currently looking for an experienced Costs Draftsman to work in a busy law firm in Blackburn.

The role will involve:
• Drafting larger bills and budgets.
• Drafting Replies to Points of Dispute.
• Negotiation of Costs to settlement.
• Drafting Budgets and associated documentation
• Working to deadlines
• Liaising and Reporting to Solicitor Clients
• Diary Management
• Keeping in constant touch with the clients to ensure communication and continuous work flow.
• Use of in-house case management system
• Keeping up to date with regulatory changes
• Research using internal and external resources

The ideal candidate:
• Excellent organisation skills
• Ability to draft bills on Multi Track matters, predominantly on person injury matters.
• IT Skills (Excel/Word)
• In the process of completing or have completed the LPC

Job Type:
Permanent