Your new company

You will be working for a leading specialist law firm with a recognised reputation in family and children law. The firm advises clients on a wide range of family matters including divorce and international family law cases. Known for its expert legal guidance and client-centred approach, the firm works with a broad range of clients and is committed to delivering cutting-edge services to its legally-aided clients.

Your new role

Responsibilities:

• Managing legal aid billing and cost recovery, ensuring compliance with LAA requirements and procedural rules

• Prepare and submit billing documentation

• Provide advice and support on costs matters, and responding to cost assessment requirements

• Drafting various legal aid claims, inter partes bill of costs, and schedule of costs

• Preparation of points of reply, cost budgets, negotiating settlements of costs

• Provide support and advice to fee earners and to the billing team where required

• Provide training and ensure compliance with file management

What you'll need to succeed

• Minimum of 3 years' experience working as a Costs Lawyer

• In-depth understanding of LAA cost assessment guidance and relevant legislation

• Experience of fixed fee schemes, application of enhancements and rates under the legal aid scheme

• Experience of handling own costs caseload from start to finish

• Computer literate, including knowledge of using costs drafting software

• Committed team player, self-motivated and professional

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.