MOJ Legal Assistant - Keoghs LLP : Job Details

Are you a detail-oriented legal professional with a passion for litigation and a knack for managing complex cases? Join our dynamic team as a Legal Assistant and play a crucial role in our legal processes.

About the Role:

As a Legal Reviewer, you will report to the Legal Review Manager and be responsible for handling MOJ Part 8 Stage 3 oral/paper hearings, Infant Approval hearings, and occasionally Part 8 applications for enforcement. You will set reserves based on Claimant Court Packs and strategy on new instructions, dealing with all technical aspects of the file including assessing general and special damages, negotiation, and drafting of basic court documents and briefs to Counsel.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday per year, increasing with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days).
• Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) - automatically at single cover level but can opt into family option within the first month of joining.
• Simply Health Care Cash Plan.
• Death in Service.
• Critical Illness Cover.
• PHI/Income Protection (Private health insurance).
• Pension Contribution based 5% Employee / 3% Employer.
• Cycle to Work Scheme*.
• Tech Scheme*.
• Season Ticket Loan*.
• Car Parking Scheme*.
• Gym Flex*.
• Access to Online Discount Sites.
• Discounted Gourmet Society Membership.
• Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reviewing and Reporting:
  • Complete initial review file notes.
  • Identify and handle any technical issues with the file.
  • Value general and special damages on all cases and set negotiation parameters.
  • File AoS and prepare briefs to Counsel.
  • Complete MI requirements for each client.
• Workload Management:
  • Organize, prioritize, and handle your workload to meet critical dates and achieve KPIs and SLAs.
• Litigation Process Management:
  • Draft and issue court documents including AoS, consent orders, and occasionally witness statements and certain applications.
  • Adhere to Court timetables and negotiate quantum on appropriate cases.
• Case Management System:
  • Ensure reserving and all other key information is accurate and updated timely.
  • Meet critical dates and document all actions/strategies.
  • Clearly label all documents in the history.
• Quality and Development:
  • Deliver quality work, meeting audit benchmark standards.
  • Drive your own personal development.

About You:

• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficient in drafting legal documents and managing litigation processes.
• Committed to delivering high-quality work and continuous personal development.