Paralegal - Catastrophic Injury Team
Paralegal Catastrophic Injury Team Location: Manchester Salary: Competitive, DOE Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Department: Personal Injury Catastrophic Injury An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a highly respected Personal Injury department in Manchester, specialising in catastrophic injury litigation. Due to continued expansion, the Catastrophic Injury team is looking for a skilled Paralegal to support senior fee earners with a diverse caseload including brain injury, spinal cord injury, and amputation claims. This is a unique chance to work alongside and learn from recognised leaders in the field of catastrophic injury, developing your expertise and building a career in a highly specialised area of personal injury law. Key Responsibilities: - Drafting detailed witness statements - Attending conferences with counsel and medical experts, taking comprehensive notes - Preparing and managing court documents - Obtaining, reviewing, and collating medical and other relevant records - Reviewing medical reports and analysing their impact on cases - Conducting legal research on issues of liability and quantum - Maintaining regular and empathetic client contact, providing case updates - Preparing instructions to medical experts and counsel - Assembling and preparing court bundles - Managing billing and disbursement payments efficiently Essential Skills and Experience: - Proven experience working on personal injury claims, with a focus on catastrophic injury cases - Strong team player with the ability to work collaboratively and effectively - Highly organised, with the ability to proactively prioritise workloads and deliver to high standards - Exceptional client care skills; professional, empathetic communication with vulnerable clients is vital - Excellent academic background - Experience using Proclaim Case Management System is desirable but not essential (training provided) If youre ready to take your personal injury paralegal career to the next level in a supportive and expert environment, this role is perfect for you. For a confidential discussion, please get in touch with Chris Orrell on 0161 914 7357 or send an updated CV to c.orrell@clayton-legal.co.uk