Law Costs Draftsman

G2 Legal Limited ,
Manchester, Greater Manchester

Overview

A new vacancy has arisen for an experienced law costs draftsman to join a multi-service law firm in Manchester. As the law costs draftsman, you will be initially working within a standalone position with the view to expand the department and the opportunity to make the department your own. You will be required to have over 2 year’s experience dealing with cost disputes and the ability to assist with all aspects of the costs management and detailed assessment processes. At this Manchester-based firm your Duties will include: Drafting bills, budgets and associated documentation Drafting replies to points of dispute Preparing for a detailed assessment hearing Negotiation of costs to settlement Advocacy Working to deadlines Liaising and reporting to solicitor clients Diary management Keeping in constant touch with the clients to ensure communication and continuous workflow Use of Proclaim case management system Keeping up to date with regulatory changes Research using internal and external resources.