Personal Injury Paralegal (LLS)

Kenlinks Recruitment; Greater London; Sur place; GBP 25 000 - 35 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A legal recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Personal Injury Paralegal in Greater London. This full-time, office-based role requires at least 1 year of experience in personal injury law and proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal software. Responsibilities include managing cases, communicating with clients, drafting legal documents, and conducting legal research. Ideal candidates will have excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, providing hands-on experience in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a paralegal, preferably in personal injury law.
• Familiarity with personal injury legal processes, including litigation procedures and court systems.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases simultaneously.

Responsabilités

• Assist in managing personal injury cases, including motor vehicle accidents and medical malpractice.
• Maintain regular contact with clients to gather information and provide case updates.
• Draft legal documents such as demand letters and settlement agreements.
• Request and organise medical records to support injury claims.
• File legal documents with courts and ensure compliance with court deadlines.
• Conduct research on relevant laws to support case strategy.
• Maintain attorneys' calendars and schedule client meetings.

Connaissances

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Legal research

Detail-oriented

Client communication

Formation

Paralegal certification or equivalent legal education

Outils

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal case management software

Description du poste

About the job Personal Injury Paralegal (LLS)

Job Description:

We are seeking adedicated and detail-oriented Personal Injury Paralegal with at least 1year of experience to join our legal team. The ideal candidate willassist attorneys in handling personal injury cases from inception tosettlement or trial, ensuring the smooth progression of cases. This isan office-based role, requiring excellent organisational andcommunication skills to manage client relations, case documentation, andcourt filings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Case Management: Assist in managingpersonal injury cases, including motor vehicle accidents, slip andfalls, medical malpractice, and other claims.
• Client Communication: Maintain regularcontact with clients to gather information, provide case updates, andaddress any concerns or questions.
• Document Preparation: Draft legaldocuments such as demand letters, pleadings, discovery responses,motions, and settlement agreements.
• Medical Records: Request, review, and organise medical records, bills, and other related documents to support injury claims.
• Court Filings: File legal documents with courts and ensure compliance with court deadlines and procedures.
• Legal Research: Conduct research on relevant laws, regulations, and precedents to support case strategy.
• Calendaring: Maintain attorneys calendars, scheduling client meetings, depositions, hearings, and court dates.
• Settlement Assistance: Assist withpreparing settlement demands, negotiating with insurance companies, andfollowing through on settlements.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a paralegal, preferably in personal injury law.
• Familiarity with personal injury legal processes, including litigation procedures and court systems.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Paralegal certification or equivalent legal education.
• Experience with case management software.

Schedule:

• Full-time, office-based position.

This is a fantastic opportunity for aparalegal looking to further their career in personal injury law withhands-on experience and growth potential in a supportive officeenvironment.