Job Description
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.
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