Hybrid Paralegal – Major Injury & Casualty

at DWF

• Job title: Paralegal – Major Injury & Casualty
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Birmingham, United Kingdom

About the role

• Paralegal role assisting Major Injury and Casualty team at DWF handling complex claims. Involves drafting documents, conducting investigations, and client advisement.

Responsibilities

• To assist senior team members on a varied defendant Casualty caseload
• Drafting court documents and adhering to strict deadlines
• Conducting investigations, gathering evidence, preparing advice to clients, identifying medical experts and preparing instructions
• Reviewing medical records and other case related documents
• General day to day administration tasks including keeping the case management system up to date and in line with client service level requirements
• Providing the highest level of client care at all times
• To a satisfactory and speedy settlement in accordance with the client requirements

Requirements

• Previous experience assisting a defendant personal injury caseload including Employers Liability, Public Liability and catastrophic injury work
• The ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks, whilst working to strict deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to quickly and carefully analyse files and sensitive data
• Computer literate including proficient use of Microsoft Office
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Relevant Legal qualifications e.g. LLB, LLM, LPC

Benefits

• We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.
• We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
• We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed.