Clinical Negligence Paralegal

Role: Experienced Clinical Negligence Paralegal

A nationwide leading law firm is looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Clinical Negligence Paralegals for highly sought permanent position.

Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Our client’s accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm.

Department Background:

The team offers sensitive and expert advice to bereaved families who have lost a loved one as a result of medical (clinical) negligence or medical injury during treatment and wish to make a ‘no win no fee’ claim for compensation. The team is known for being caring and considerate; they go the extra mile for our clients, supporting them at every stage of the claims process, with the objective of obtaining maximum compensation. They deals with a range of Clinical Negligence including birth injuries, cosmetic surgery, dental/ hospital negligence, medical misdiagnosis and medical / surgical negligence

Main Responsibilities of the Role:

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• Report directly to Department Director
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• Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients’ needs
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• Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of Clinical Negligence cases
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• Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases
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• Dealing with correspondence
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• Managing a challenging case-load of clients’ matters from inception to completion
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• Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence
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• Attending conferences and court
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• Maintaining accurate time costing procedures
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• Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly
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• Ensuring compliance with file management
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Key Skills Required:

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• Demonstrate passion and experience in a broad range of Clinical Negligence matters
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• A strong academic background with a Law degree
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• At least one year of legal experience in clinical negligence, working as a Paralegal or Legal Advisor.
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• Clear understanding and application of Clinical Negligence and CPR Laws
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• Business acumen and the ability to market the Company
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• Excellent communications skills to work effectively with all types of people
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• Excellent analytical and organisational skills and ability to use own initiative but know when to seek guidance
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• Committed team player, self -motivated and professional
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• Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills
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This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required.

About Gemini Recruitment and Equal Opportunities:

Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK.

The company is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity and inclusivity of its staff and strives to ensure that their workforce reflects the diversity of the communities they serve.

The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role.

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