UK Civil Litigation Paralegal (Personal Injury & Tort)
Posted 2 days ago by BruntWork
Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
EMEA
Summary: The role of a Personal Injury Paralegal involves supporting a litigation team in managing personal injury claims under UK/Common Law principles. The successful candidate will engage in case preparation, document management, and client communication while drafting legal documents related to various personal injury claims. This position is structured as a permanent work-from-home opportunity for an Independent Contractor. The role requires a commitment of 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM Eastern Time.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct initial client interviews and obtain instructions.
- Prepare draft pleadings, witness statements, and schedules of special damages.
- Review medical records and expert reports; liaise with medical experts where needed.
- Draft correspondence to insurers, opposing solicitors, and the court.
- Assist with the preparation of trial bundles and court documents.
- Conduct legal research on liability and quantum using UK/Common Law sources.
- Liaise with clients, experts, and counsel throughout the litigation process.
- Manage court timetables and limitation dates.
- Maintain accurate case records and client files in accordance with compliance requirements.
- Attend court (remotely or in person) to assist counsel and solicitors as required.
Key Skills:
- Paralegal certification or relevant legal qualification (LLB, CILEx, etc.).
- At least 2 years of experience in personal injury law, ideally within a UK/Common Law context.
- Solid understanding of negligence principles, duty of care, causation, and damages.
- Familiarity with the Pre-Action Protocols and Civil Procedure Rules (CPR).
- Strong legal drafting and analytical skills.
- Proficiency with legal software and case management systems.
- Experience with MOJ Portal claims and fixed-cost regime.
- Knowledge of rehabilitation protocols and insurance industry practices.
- Familiarity with international personal injury cases involving British expatriates or cross-border claims.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: undetermined
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Job Overview Our client is seeking a capable and detail-oriented Personal Injury Paralegal to support their litigation team in handling a range of personal injury claims under UK/Common Law principles. The successful candidate will assist with case preparation, document management, client liaison, and drafting legal documents related to personal injury, negligence, employer liability, and occupier’s liability claims. Schedule Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Eastern Time (20 hours per week) Independent Contractor Perks Permanent work from home Immediate hiring
Responsibilities
- Conduct initial client interviews and obtain instructions.
- Prepare draft pleadings, witness statements, and schedules of special damages.
- Review medical records and expert reports; liaise with medical experts where needed.
- Draft correspondence to insurers, opposing solicitors, and the court.
- Assist with the preparation of trial bundles and court documents.
- Conduct legal research on liability and quantum using UK/Common Law sources.
- Liaise with clients, experts, and counsel throughout the litigation process.
- Manage court timetables and limitation dates.
- Maintain accurate case records and client files in accordance with compliance requirements.
- Attend court (remotely or in person) to assist counsel and solicitors as required.
Requirements
- Paralegal certification or relevant legal qualification (LLB, CILEx, etc.).
- At least 2 years of experience in personal injury law, ideally within a UK/Common Law context.
- Solid understanding of negligence principles, duty of care, causation, and damages.
- Familiarity with the Pre-Action Protocols and Civil Procedure Rules (CPR).
- Strong legal drafting and analytical skills.
- Proficiency with legal software and case management systems.
Qualifications
- Experience with MOJ Portal claims and fixed-cost regime.
- Knowledge of rehabilitation protocols and insurance industry practices.
- Familiarity with international personal injury cases involving British expatriates or cross-border claims.
Side Note This is a permanent work-from-home role under an Independent Contractor arrangement. Candidates must have their own computer and reliable internet connection, and are responsible for their own taxes and benefits. Professional hourly fees are established based on your performance in the application process.
Reminder Please follow the provided link to BruntWork’s Career Site to finish your initial application requirements, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.