You need experience in a law firm, strong organizational and communication skills, proficiency in case management and Microsoft Office, attention to detail, and a commitment to client care.

You will manage case files, produce documents, handle diaries, interact with clients and solicitors, prepare bundles, and perform general administrative tasks using our case management system.

Legal

United Kingdom

London

Medium

Leigh Day was established in 1987 and is a highly distinctive law firm which is not afraid to take on challenges that would daunt many others. The firm’s ethos is to ensure that the ordinary person has just as good quality legal advice as our state bodies, insurers and multinationals which has led us to take on many ‘David and Goliath’ legal struggles for justice.

Our aim is to remain a niche firm specialising in the more complex aspects of personal injury and human rights law. Leigh Day is committed to achieving access to justice for all including full, fair compensation by providing first-rate legal advice. Our first priority is always to clearly understand the needs of our clients as every individual’s case has a unique set of circumstances.  

We aim to build an open, honest and supportive relationship combined with objective professional advice and expertise. All Leigh Day lawyers are passionate about their work and determined to achieve the best outcome for our clients no matter what obstacles they face.

Leigh Day

Litigation Assistant – London 12 month fixed term contract, full-time LA/PI/RM/OCT24 About Leigh Day We are a top 100 law firm committed to claimant-only cases, ensuring that individuals have the same access to justice as the UK Government and large corporations. We’re not afraid to take on difficult and challenging cases, and our areas of practice include discrimination in the workplace, defective products, financial services and human rights abuses in this country and overseas. About The Team Leigh Day has a team of specialist claimant lawyers with unrivalled expertise in the field of personal injury. We have been identified by the leading legal directories as one of the country's leading firms of claimant personal injury solicitors. We have extensive experience in handling compensation claims for people who have suffered serious injuries, including amputation, brain and spinal injuries and for those involved in major disaster claims, accidents at work, construction site accidents, road traffic accidents and falling masonry injuries. As we act for the members of British Cycling and British Triathlon Federation, many of the claims will be for injured cyclists. About The Role We have an opportunity for a Litigation Assistant to join the team and utilise our case management system, produce documents, filing, manage diaries, deal with clients, experts, counsel and other solicitors, prepare and check bundles and deal with other general administrative tasks. For More Information, Please Review The Job Description. Application Process Please return the following documents to jobs@leighday.co.uk by Wednesday 23rd October 2024, midnight: * A covering letter stating why you are interested in this role, your salary expectations and applicable notice period. * A copy of your up-to-date CV. * The completed application form. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible in order to be considered. Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Leigh Day is committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion. We value the diversity of our colleagues, our clients and the third parties with whom we work. We seek to create an environment where everyone feels included and valued for their unique characteristics, skills and abilities and supported in their needs and responsibilities. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. Employee Benefits * Hybrid working (typically 2 days from home for a full-time worker) * 29 days annual leave (excluding public holidays) * Enhanced pension contributions * Life assurance 4 x salary * Healthcare cash plan * Subsidised gym/ sports team membership up to 50% off * Cycle to work scheme * BUPA Private Health Insurance * Enhanced maternity & paternity pay * Free breakfasts & lunch every day.

Litigation Assistant – London12 month fixed term contract, full-timeLA/PI/RM/OCT24About Leigh DayWe are a top 100 law firm committed to claimant-only cases, ensuring that individuals have the same access to justice as the UK Government and large corporations. We’re not afraid to take on difficult and challenging cases, and our areas of practice include discrimination in the workplace, defective products, financial services and human rights abuses in this country and overseas.About The TeamLeigh Day has a team of specialist claimant lawyers with unrivalled expertise in the field of personal injury. We have been identified by the leading legal directories as one of the country's leading firms of claimant personal injury solicitors. We have extensive experience in handling compensation claims for people who have suffered serious injuries, including amputation, brain and spinal injuries and for those involved in major disaster claims, accidents at work, construction site accidents, road traffic accidents and falling masonry injuries. As we act for the members of British Cycling and British Triathlon Federation, many of the claims will be for injured cyclists.About The RoleWe have an opportunity for a Litigation Assistant to join the team and utilise our case management system, produce documents, filing, manage diaries, deal with clients, experts, counsel and other solicitors, prepare and check bundles and deal with other general administrative tasks.For More Information, Please Review The Job Description.Application ProcessPlease return the following documents to jobs@leighday.co.uk by Wednesday 23rd October 2024, midnight: * A covering letter stating why you are interested in this role, your salary expectations and applicable notice period. * A copy of your up-to-date CV. * The completed application form.      Interviews will be held on a rolling basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible in order to be considered.Commitment to Equality, Diversity and InclusionLeigh Day is committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion. We value the diversity of our colleagues, our clients and the third parties with whom we work. We seek to create an environment where everyone feels included and valued for their unique characteristics, skills and abilities and supported in their needs and responsibilities.We welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status.Employee Benefits * Hybrid working (typically 2 days from home for a full-time worker) * 29 days annual leave (excluding public holidays) * Enhanced pension contributions * Life assurance 4 x salary * Healthcare cash plan * Subsidised gym/ sports team membership up to 50% off * Cycle to work scheme * BUPA Private Health Insurance * Enhanced maternity & paternity pay * Free breakfasts & lunch every day.

Litigation Assistant - Leigh Day

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