Clinical Negligence Paralegal
JOB_53163754686192Job type
PermanentLocation
BristolWorking Pattern
Flexible Working,Full-timeSpecialism
ParalegalIndustry
LegalPay
£Dependent on experience
Clinical Negligence Paralegal job - Bristol
Your new firm
Your new role
You will:
You will have previous experience within a legal support or administrative role, ideally within clinical negligence or personal injury, and excellent organisational capabilities with the ability to effectively prioritise. Knowledge of the Legal Aid Portal would be helpful but is not essential.
You will have a solid understanding of Microsoft Office suite and other relevant IT platforms, plus strong written communication skills and demonstrate a good understanding of client relationship management, with the ability to undertake basic legal work under supervision and use your initiative where required.
What you'll get in return
This progressive Top 100 law firm is known for being a people-focused firm with a dynamic and inclusive culture. This is a great opportunity to develop a rewarding career in a firm that cares.
Please contact Harriet Chapman at Hays Legal for further information on this role.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
This long-standing client is seeking a Paralegal to join their Clinical Negligence team in Bristol. As a Paralegal in the team, you will provide an important link between the client and the firm, having responsibility for aspects of file management (under supervision).
You will be part of a team who represent children who have suffered brain injury as a result of substandard care received at or around the time of their birth. Your contribution to the team will make a real difference to these children and their families.
Your new role
You will:
- Undertake tasks to assist with the running of a caseload under the supervision and management of qualified lawyers and carry out routine tasks
- Draft simple legal documents using appropriate precedents and templates.
- Prepare 6 monthly costs letters to clients
- Review and summarise medical records and reports.
- Undertake effective general research, using appropriate methods and sourcing, presenting the results accurately and clearly
- Providing excellent client service at all times
- Preparing and submitting documents to the Legal Aid Agency
- File closure and procedures
You will have previous experience within a legal support or administrative role, ideally within clinical negligence or personal injury, and excellent organisational capabilities with the ability to effectively prioritise. Knowledge of the Legal Aid Portal would be helpful but is not essential.
You will have a solid understanding of Microsoft Office suite and other relevant IT platforms, plus strong written communication skills and demonstrate a good understanding of client relationship management, with the ability to undertake basic legal work under supervision and use your initiative where required.
What you'll get in return
This progressive Top 100 law firm is known for being a people-focused firm with a dynamic and inclusive culture. This is a great opportunity to develop a rewarding career in a firm that cares.
Please contact Harriet Chapman at Hays Legal for further information on this role.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
Clinical Negligence ParalegalJOB_531637546861922025-05-102025-08-08
Talk to Harriet Chapman, the specialist consultant managing this position
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