RTA litigator
- Recruiter
- CRA Consulting Limited
- Location
- England, South Yorkshire, Sheffield
- Salary
- £25000 - £30000 per annum
- Posted
- 10 Jul 2017
- Closes
- 07 Aug 2017
- Ref
- BBBH7627
- Contact
- Robert Addy
- Job Title
- Legal Executive
- Practice Area
- Personal Injury
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Given the continued success of the RTA department and the increase in the volume of work, I am looking to recruit 2 x experienced RTA Litigation Fee Earners. The firm is based in Sheffield with offices across the UK.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic legal team that is proud to deliver first class legal services. This is a hugely customer facing role offering frontline client contact supported by their ground-breaking technology and case management software.
Good communication skills are essential as is a 'can do' attitude. Suitable applicant will have a very strong service led ethos, a friendly manner; enjoy speaking with people and engaging with prospective and existing clients. Strong IT skills are a must.
Experience of handling a volume RTA litigation caseload is essential as is previous use of a case management system. You will be familiar with the changes implemented post 01.04.13 and be able to demonstrate a good knowledge of CPR. You will have knowledge of the MOJ portal and the pre-action protocol.
The ideal candidate will have experience in running a predominantly fast track litigated Caseload, with an element of complex injuries and cases involving allegations of LVI fraud and the MIB.
This role will include the following: -
- Assuming conduct of RTA portal drop out cases
- Risk assessing cases for litigation
- Investigation liability an assessing quantum of claim
- Thorough investigation and risk assessment of new claims
- Drafting and issuing of legal proceedings
- Conduct of litigation to fast track trial
- Negotiation
- Costs