Medical Negligence & Serious Injury Paralegal

Our client is looking for a Medical Negligence & Serious Injury Paralegal to join their ever expanding in house Serious Injury and Clinical Negligence department.

Key role in a thriving and friendly Serious Injury and Clinical Negligence team, to assist Director and Senior Solicitors, on cases within the department, including liaising with clients, experts and barristers.

Responsibilities:

• Obtaining initial pre client information
• Preparing draft witness statements
• Chasing outstanding documents and client care letters
• Attending Barristers conferences
• Liaising with client to arrange meetings, medical appointments, and conferences
• Obtaining and chasing medical records
• Preparing instructions to Counsel on lower value claims
• Assisting and supporting Fee Earners with the progression of cases
• Attendance at Court with barristers and note taking

Desired Skills:

• Good attention to detail
• Candidates with experience of Medical Negligence & Serious Injury preferred but not essential.
• Excellent communication and written skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, including interaction with clients

All Applicants will be reviewed within the next working day and successful applicants will be acknowledged within 2 working days.

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