Solicitor / CILEx Lawyer / Experienced Paralegal - Travel & Tourism

We are delighted to announce that we are looking for a Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive or Paralegal to join our cross-border litigation team on a permanent contract. The cross-border litigation team at DACB specialise in claims with an international element, ranging from domestic road traffic accidents involving foreign-registered vehicles, road traffic accidents overseas, claims against foreign hoteliers and their insurers, and international insurance disputes.

Responsibilities

Proactively running a case load of small/fast/intermediary and/or multi-track litigated claims in strict adherence to the Service Level Agreement(s) entered into with the insurer client and assisting senior colleagues with more complex cases; Managing all financial aspects of caseload, including billing in strict adherence to the Service Level Agreement(s), managing WIP, debt and resolving general accounting queries; Analysis of evidence and setting case strategies encompassing both technical and commercial considerations; Obtaining and drafting pleadings, witness statements and letters of response; Conducting (telephone) negotiation of claims; Preparing detailed counter schedules; Sound file management including billing, WIP, file closures and updating Management Information; Participating in business development and client training events where necessary

Requirements

Qualified solicitor, chartered legal executive (with litigation rights), or barrister with at least 1 year's relevant litigation experience; or paralegal looking to start their career in this area; For solicitor/legal executive candidates: ideally cross-border experience, otherwise strong defendant litigation experience; Confident multi-track experience; Strong litigation skills; Committed to learning and building specialist knowledge; Demonstrates alignment with the Firm's Cultural Principles (Clear, Creative, Determined and Supportive)

Nice to have

Cross-border experience; Languages

Benefits

High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance; Well-rounded remuneration package including private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership; Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding; In person and remote social events; Opportunity to get involved in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities; Flexible working with Flex Forward scheme