The Role
Our Catastrophic Personal Injury team handles high value claims, covering every aspect from policy coverage to litigation. The role will include some time working with our specialist fraud team which requires a variety of complex skill sets, such as investigative interviewing, intelligence gathering, fraud measurement, data analytics, and risk assessment. The role offers challenging, interesting, and varied work; with ongoing training, including opportunities for personal development and promotion. This is an excellent opportunity to join an expanding team within our multi-award-winning firm.
The role is based in our Glasgow office and requires regular communication with clients nationally. We have a collaborative, supportive team working in a modern, flexible environment.
Previous experience in dealing with Personal Injury and Fraud will be an advantage but is not essential. This is an opportunity to take a lead in a growing area where the law is developing, evolving and the work is challenging.
Will include
1. Assisting partners on Catastrophic Injury and Large Loss cases.
2. Assisting on Fraud cases.
3. Handling own caseload of lower value claims.
4. Taking statements from witnesses.
5. Investigating claims and utilising our fraud tools.
6. Drafting and proof-reading court pleadings.
7. Assisting in valuing personal injury claims.
8. Reviewing medical records and expert evidence.
9. Preparing court bundles.
10. Drafting letters of instruction, requests, Instructions to Counsel.
11. Preparing briefing notes, action plans, file notes and attendance notes.
12. Managing day to day deadlines with the ability to prioritise and manage time effectively.
13. Requirement for strong organisational skills and be able to use a case management system.
14. Ensure files and spreadsheets are maintained and updated.
Essential Skills & Experience
15. Previous paralegal experience is desirable but not essential.
16. An undergraduate law degree or equivalent is desirable but not essential.
17. Excellent attention to detail.
18. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
19. Ability to plan and prioritise effectively.
20. Strong IT skills and proficient in Microsoft office.
The Firm
Clyde & Co is a leading global law firm, specialising in the sectors that underpin global trade and commercial activity, namely: insurance, transport, construction, energy, trade and commodities. It is globally integrated, offering a comprehensive range of contentious and non-contentious legal services and commercially-minded legal advice to businesses operating across the world. Clyde & Co is committed to operating in a responsible way. This means progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of its communities and clients, using its legal skills to support its communities through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment. The firm has 480 partners, 2400 lawyers, 3200 legal professionals and 5000 people overall in over 60 offices and associated offices worldwide.
In return, you will benefit from being part of an organisation that is genuinely committed to its people. Within our friendly department you will have access to a range of learning and development opportunities designed to support your ongoing progression.
Clyde & Co is committed to promoting equality and diversity in all aspects of employment and are proud to be a Top 50 Inclusive Employer.
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