What we do
Here at Medical Solicitors, we help people who have suffered Clinical or Medical Negligence get the compensation they deserve. We are specialists in what we do and provide the best legal advice and the highest standards of client care.
Our team
We are a growing team, expanding across the region with offices in Sheffield, York and Hull.
You’ll be joining a team of like-minded individuals passionate about ensuring those who have suffered life-changing injuries, through no fault of their own, receive the compensation they deserve in order to lead a more independent life.
Your role
We are seeking a skilled Costs Drafter to join our team. This role will involve supporting our Head of Costs drafting Bills and statements of costs etc. We are presently a very friendly 14 fee-earner team.
Your role will involve but is not limited to:
- Preparing N260 statements of costs.
- Drafting bills of costs in both 3 column and precedent S format as required for submission to opposing paying party and the Court.
- Experience with phase, task and activity time recording and drafting.
- Negotiating costs if necessary, and requesting Provisional/Detailed Assessment where required.
- Preparation of Part 8 “Costs Only” proceedings where necessary.
- Working to WIP targets, adhering to deadlines, and undertaking duties as reasonably required by the Head of Costs and Managing Director.
What are we looking for from you?
- Legal qualification desirable.
- Extensive, demonstrable experience in costs drafting within claimant personal injury sector.
- Proficient in drafting Bills of Costs, including finalising bills in Multi Track and budgeted Clinical Negligence cases.
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Familiarity with Civil Procedures Rules and Detailed Assessment process.
- Experience with Proclaim Case Management System and Costs Master an advantage.
- Ability to work independently in a dynamic team environment.
Apply
If this sounds like the role for you and you would like to apply, please submit your up to date CV to our Head of HR Katie Gill at katie@medical-solicitors.com. You can also contact Katie if you have any questions about the role.