Costs Draftsman - Public Law & Human Rights Specialist

Irwin Mitchell LLP; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holidays + buy up to 35 hours

Pension schemes

Volunteering days

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Irwin Mitchell LLP is seeking a Costs Draftsman to join the Public Law & Human Rights team. You will prepare Bills of Costs for Detailed/Provisional Assessment, handle litigation of bills through the Court, and may advocate in court as agreed with the Costs Partner.

You will advise clients and take instructions throughout the case. The role supports Public Law & Human Rights matters, including Court of Protection Welfare, Public Law and Human Rights cases, with potential involvement in training

Qualifications

• Experience either in house or for an external supplier of Costs.
• Basic knowledge of legal procedures.
• Proven experience with IT systems and time recording procedures.
• Flexible approach to changing priorities.
• Excellent communication skills and professional telephone manner.
• Ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders across the business.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Desirable: Experience in one or more legal departments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Bills of Costs for Detailed/Provisional Assessment and litigation of bills.
• Interact with clients, providing advice and taking instructions.
• Provide technical support to fee earners and train junior team members.

Skills

Costs drafting

Client liaison

IT systems

Time recording

Communication skills

Tools

Billing software

Timekeeping systems

Job description

Irwin Mitchell LLP is seeking a Costs Draftsman to join the Public Law & Human Rights team. You will prepare Bills of Costs for Detailed/Provisional Assessment, handle litigation of bills through the Court, and may advocate in court as agreed with the Costs Partner.

You will advise clients and take instructions throughout the case. The role supports Public Law & Human Rights matters, including Court of Protection Welfare, Public Law and Human Rights cases, with potential involvement in training