Assistant to Partner - Liverpool

at  Keoghs

DESCRIPTION

The role will require the Assistant file handler to work with a Partner and complete tasks on mesothelioma cases and other complex and high value work. This role allows for development and growth. The Assistant will have a small case load of NIHL and short tail disease claims so experience in this area is essential.
The Assistant File Handler will work in close conjunction with a Partner in the team so to achieve the best possible results in a commercially sound manner. The role requires both an ability to follow defined processes and a forensic and analytical approach to dealing with evidence. In addition, a high level of commercial awareness is essential. A key elements of this role is decision making, to be reached within a set timeframe in accordance with the case strategy and within the best interests of the client. The File Handler will work with strategic foresight so to ensure all litigation and opportunities are taken in order to work towards shaping the future of the Liverpool legacy team.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Technically proficient in handling and/or assisting on disease litigated cases
• Effective negotiator
• Ability to use own initiative
• Flexibility in relation to tasks undertaken
• Good listening and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain concentration and pay attention to detail
• Ability to self-organise and self-prioritise
• Ability to work under pressure and to target
• An enthusiastic and hardworking individual
• Good level of IT skills
• Ability to work within the Davies values framework

It will be the responsibility of the assistant File Handler to run a case legacy cases from the point of LOC or litigation through to the resolution of the case and assistant a partner on more complex and high value work. Responsibilities in case management include, but not limited to:

Strategic Excellence

• Detailed review and analysis of evidence throughout the life of the case
• Setting and agreeing the case strategy on files with clients, ensuring adherence to any KYO or generic strategies that may be put in place and develop new KYO offering
• Adhering to all work type process stages
• Identifying strategic litigation opportunities and complex cases when appropriate
• Identifying client trends and any opportunities to raise profile with clients