PI & Clinical Negligence Paralegal – Gloucestershire

eNL; Gloucestershire Science & Technology Park; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

eNL is seeking a Personal Injury/Clinical Negligence Paralegal in Gloucestershire for a full-time, permanent position. The role involves handling a mixed caseload, taking new enquiries, assessing merits, opening files, and advising clients while supporting a team of fee earners.

You will manage case records, instruct experts and counsel, progress MOJ claims, draft documents, attend conferences, and maintain accurate diaries and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Solid organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Knowledge of Civil Procedure Rules advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Handle new enquiries, assess case merits, and open files.
• Advise clients on personal injury matters and maintain strong client relationships.
• Manage PI and clinical negligence cases, including records, expert instructions, counsel, and CFA documentation.
• Progress claims through the MOJ portal, including settlement packs, interim payments, and Stage 3 proceedings.
• Draft key legal documents, including claim forms, particulars of claim, schedules of loss, witness statements, and interim applications.
• Arrange and attend conferences with clients, experts, and counsel.
• Conduct legal research and manage After the Event (ATE) insurance applications.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date files and manage team diaries, court dates, and limitation deadlines.
• Support fee earners with the efficient day-to-day management of their caseloads.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Client relationships

Organization

Time management

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Written communication

Job description

eNL is seeking a Personal Injury/Clinical Negligence Paralegal in Gloucestershire for a full-time, permanent position. The role involves handling a mixed caseload, taking new enquiries, assessing merits, opening files, and advising clients while supporting a team of fee earners.

You will manage case records, instruct experts and counsel, progress MOJ claims, draft documents, attend conferences, and maintain accurate diaries and deadlines.