Clinical Negligence Paralegal

Medical Negligence Paralegal - Chelmsford Responsibilities - Providing clients with high quality, proactive legal advice, which meets client needs. - Responsible for assisting Senior lawyers with complex cases with the possibility of managing own caseload under supervision as the role develops. - Delivering legal services in a manner which is cost-efficient for both the client and the firm. - Enhancing the firm's reputation and position within the community by developing a professional reputation, participating in professional and community activities to support the firm. - Assisting prospective and existing clients with complaints about medical treatment and inquests. - Assisting with screening of new enquiries. -Assisting lawyers with medical negligence cases as required. - Assisting with drafting statements for factual witnesses. - Requesting medical records. - Sorting, indexing and paginating medical records. - Drafting and completing various documents, including Laser forms, Court Forms as appropriate. - Instructing Counsel. - Attending and preparing notes of conferences with Counsel. - Drafting Protocol Letter of Claims. Requirements - Is passionate and enthusiastic about medical negligence - Minimum AAB at A-Level - Holds either a law degree or a qualifying degree and has completed the GDL 1 year conversion course. - Delivers high quality legal services on own initiative. - Ideally has a proven track record in medical negligence work and a wide range of experience. Benefits - Competitive salary - Great opportunities for progression - Chance to work in a Legal 500 team who are expanding at present