Fee Earner (Grade C)

Minster Law; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Minster Law is seeking a dedicated Fee Earner to manage serious injury claims and provide exceptional legal service. The successful candidate will handle a caseload predominantly consisting of RTA cases, requiring strong legal knowledge, superior organisational skills, and the ability to work in a target-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant legal qualification or equivalent experience in a legal environment.
• Strong understanding of legal terminology and processes.
• Ability to manage multiple cases effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent client care to clients with traumatic experiences.
• Draft legal documents including statements and schedules of loss.
• Manage and communicate with multiple case stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Proactive problem-solving

Education

LLB or LPC

Tools

Case management software

Microsoft Office Suite

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Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Fee Earner to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing client cases, ensuring compliance with legal standards, and providing exceptional service to clients. This position requires a strong understanding of legal processes and the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

To handle a portfolio of claimant serious injury claims for Minster Law clients, to generate fee income and contribute to the general success of the department. The caseload is predominantly RTA based and it is anticipated you will deal with cases valued up to £50,000.

Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for delivering excellent client care to our clients who have suffered from a traumatic and life changing event. •
• Regular communication and face to face meetings with your client.
• Instructions and meetings with a multi-disciplinary team of experts for example, medical experts, case managers, care experts, architects, forensic accountants, counsel
• Analysis of evidence and research of legal issues on liability, causation and quantum
• Drafting documents including statements, pleadings and schedules of loss
• Securing early interim payments and appropriate rehabilitation.
• Ability to work with a task based case management system to ensure regular contact is maintained with all clients, providing exceptional customer service and managing their expectations.
• Raising awareness of the department and developing your profile.
• Perform to a high level in a target orientated environment.
• To undertake any other tasks as deemed relevant and reasonable by the business

Requirements

• A relevant legal qualification (e.g., LLB, LPC) or equivalent experience in a legal environment is essential.
• Strong understanding of legal terminology and processes related to the specific area of law practised.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
• Exceptional organisational skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously while meeting deadlines effectively.
• Proficiency in using case management software and Microsoft Office Suite is desirable.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving with strong analytical skills.

We invite enthusiastic candidates who are committed to delivering high-quality legal services to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Fee Earner in our platinum accredited Investors in People organisation.

Equal opportunities

Minster Law is committed to equality and diversity and being a workplace that creates a sense of belonging for everyone.

We’re an equal opportunity and disability confident employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, neurodiversity, or disability status. You can read our commitment to equality and diversity .