Legal Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established law firm is seeking a dedicated Legal Assistant to join their PI and Clinical Negligence team. This role offers the opportunity to work on meaningful cases that impact clients' lives, including personal injury and clinical negligence claims. The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and possess strong communication skills. This position not only supports the firm's growth but also provides a pathway for personal and professional development, including potential CILEX qualification. Join a team committed to improving lives and communities through expert legal services.

Qualifications

• Experience in personal injury and clinical negligence claims is required.
• Strong commitment to providing high-quality client service.

Responsibilities

• Assist in investigating and progressing client claims for compensation.
• Attend meetings with clients and take comprehensive notes.
• Undertake routine drafting and analysis of documentary evidence.

Skills

Legal Research

Client Communication

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Education

CILEX Qualification (desirable)

Job description

Anthony Collins are currently recruiting for a Legal Assistant to join their PI and Clinical Negligence team.

The team represents claimants in personal injury, clinical negligence, abuse, and claims against public authorities. We act for injured children and adults, as well as bereaved families where a person dies as a result of negligence. Our work includes Inquests and civil claims.

We are a well-established, leading law firm, ranked highly in both personal injury and clinical negligence work by Legal 500 and Chambers. We work closely with charities, for whom we are trusted legal partners. As a thriving team, we are recruiting legal assistants to support our growth. The role involves working with all team members across various areas of our work.

Key Duties of the role:

1. Assist in investigating and progressing client claims for compensation arising from different liability scenarios, including claims against public authorities, clinical negligence, and personal injury.
2. Attend meetings with clients, conferences, and court hearings, taking comprehensive notes.
3. Undertake routine drafting and analysis of documentary evidence.
4. Assist with and undertake legal research.
5. Handle routine correspondence and telephone calls.
6. Maintain high standards of honesty and integrity in all dealings.
7. Accurately record all time spent according to the firm’s system.
8. Perform administrative duties on files maintained by fee earners.
9. Maintain and organize relevant resources and publications.
10. Assist in producing newsletters, marketing materials, and other documents for clients.
11. Attend training sessions to develop knowledge and support personal and career growth. Those pursuing the CILEX qualification should complete their CPD requirements.
12. Participate in business development events.
13. Perform other reasonable duties as required.

About the candidate

You should be hardworking, organized, a good communicator, with excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Commitment to providing high-quality client service and being a strong team player are essential.

Experience in personal injury and/or clinical negligence claims is required. Experience or familiarity with claims against public authorities is desirable but not mandatory.

About the firm

Anthony Collins Solicitors is a specialist law firm dedicated to “improving lives, communities, and society.” For over 50 years, we have combined expert legal services with a commitment to excellence and long-term relationships, guided by our core values.

Our distinctive nature lies in our people and shared values. We pride ourselves on attracting talented individuals inspired by our mission, motivated by our vision, and committed to positively influencing society and communities.

Anthony Collins Solicitors is an equal opportunities employer, promoting equality regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, nationality, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or religious beliefs.