Lead Paralegal (2631)

The Casualty team deal with a varied mixture of work ranging in value from low-end fast track to upper end multi-track work. The work includes different types of accidents including, public liability (PL), employer's liability (EL), disease matters and RTA claims.
The team act for a variety of entities including insurance companies, self-insured's and nominations via brokers. The work undertaken by the team is predominantly litigated with the only pre litigation work we really do being pre action disclosure applications.
Responsibilities:

• To manage a litigated caseload of casualty claims, as well as assiting more senior team members


• To deal with technical aspects of the cases under the supervision of the Team Leader


• Use of the case management system and standard documentation where appropriate


• Progress cases to a satisfactory and speedy settlement in accordance with client requeirments and SLA's
  
  Has a real interest in casualty claims and has previous experience handling defendant personal injury files


• A team player, with strong communcication skills and attaention to detail


• The ability to communicate effectively with internal and external clients, in writing and person


• Excellent organisation skills, with the ability to work to strict deadlines


• Someone who is able to demonstrate a real desire to develop their career with DWF
  
  Interested in joining a supportive, inclusive, and diverse team in an international legal business?

Our Major Injury & Casualty team at DWF are currently looking to hire a Lead Paralegal to join the team in London.
DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations., At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organisation, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs.
Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support for more details follow this link: https://www.cleartalents.com/apply/allroles
In the event that external support is required to fill a vacancy, the role will be shared exclusively with select agencies from our Preferred Supplier List. We request recruitment agencies not to send unsolicited candidate submissions to DWF, no fees will be applicable.