Scottish Law Fee Earner

Kenlinks Recruitment; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency in Scotland is seeking a Solicitor with expertise in Scottish Law and RTA litigation. The successful candidate will manage a caseload primarily involving litigated RTA files, coach junior staff, and handle liability and costs. Responsibilities include client meetings, drafting legal documents, and negotiating outcomes. A proven record of dealing with Part 36 procedures is essential. This role presents an opportunity to impact the lives of clients through effective legal representation.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Solicitor with RTA litigation experience.
• In-depth knowledge of liability, quantum, and costs.
• Experience with Part 36 procedure and relevant protocols.

Responsibilities

• Undertake matters compliant with Office Manual.
• Arrange and attend appointments with clients.
• Draft correspondence and legal documents.
• Instruct counsel and experts as needed.
• Negotiate on clients' behalf for favorable outcomes.

Skills

Experience in Scottish Law

Knowledge of the RTA Process

Experience in RTA litigation

Coaching junior staff

Understanding of insurance law

Job description

The successful candidate will have experience inScottish Law can be dual qualified, managing a Personal Injury case loadwith a high percentage of litigated RTA files. Applications areinvited from Solicitors with an in-depth knowledge of the RTA Processand a proven track record in RTA litigation. The role will also involvecoaching and guiding junior staff in RTA law, procedures and process andcourt process/attendance.

Additionally, the successful candidate will have experience indealing with liability, quantum and costs. In particular, will be wellexperienced in the mechanics of the Part 36 procedure and relevantprotocols Experience of dealing with technical points of insurance law,such as MIB work, the European Regulations and Article 75 issues wouldbe advantageous.

Job role summary

• To undertake matters which you are competent to conduct having dueregard to the policies and procedures defined in the Office Manualrelating to your areas of work.
• Arranging appointments and attending new, current and former clients and dealing with their queries including:
• Obtaining instructions and advising on course(s) of action, length and cost of case (as appropriate);
• Assessment of clients financial means and explanation of private terms and conditions
• Drafting and/or dictating correspondence to client, court,solicitors counsel and other third-parties, including Statements,Notices, Applications, and other Legal Forms/Documents (especiallyrelevant court forms);
• Instructing counsel, experts, solicitor advocates or other third-parties, reviewing reports and continued liaison as required;
• Advising on appropriate course of action;
• Arranging and attending hearings and conferences as and when required;
• Obtaining and reviewing evidence and statements;
• Negotiation on clients behalf and, liaison with opponents etc. to obtain most preferable outcome for clients;
• Ensuring efficient day-to-day progress of all matters, prioritisingwork as necessary and keeping the client informed on progress.