Job description

Trainee Costs Lawyer/Costs Draftsman/ Costs Lawyer (5751)

Your Role and What You'll Be Doing

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual to join a growing national team.
You’ll be involved in the preparation of Bills of Costs for Detailed/Provisional Assessment as well as litigation of bills through the Court process. You may be involved in advocacy at Court if required and as agreed with the Costs Partner. As part of your role you will interact with clients, providing advice and taking instructions throughout the case.  You will also provide technical support to fee earners. Ideally, you’ll have minimum two years’ experience working either in house or for an external supplier of costs drafting services.

About You
  • Experience either in house or for an external supplier of Costs
  • A strong desire to pursue a career in costs law
  • Basic knowledge of legal procedures
  • A strong desire to pursue a career in costs law
  • A flexible approach enabling you to respond to changes in priorities
  • Excellent communication skills and professional telephone manner
  • Ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders across the business
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Desirable: financial or legal qualifications e.g.: ACL qualification, ILEX Part 1 Year 1
  • Desirable: Experience in one or more legal departments

 
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Location
Sheffield
Riverside East, 2 Millsands, Sheffield, Yorkshire, United Kingdom, S3 8DT
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  • Sub-Department:
    Costs
  • Sub-Division:
    Technical Client Services
  • Company:
    IM LLP
  • Working Hours:
    Full Time
  • Vacancy Type:
    Permanent
  • Location:
    Sheffield
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