Paralegal

Keoghs LLP is one of the leading insurance law firms in the UK and can rightly claim to be amongst the most dynamic in its sector. We now have a number of exciting opportunities to join our Property Risks and Coverage Recoveries team. Flexible working is encouraged for the right candidates.

Our cases require a collaborative approach and you will be part of a team which will typically handle property damage claims arising from fires, floods, product liability and other perils. This is not a file handling role. You will be part of a team and will be supporting more experienced lawyers who will be pursuing Household and Commercial recovery matters.

The team acts on behalf of a number of the key insurer clients for the firm. The team has a particular focus Claimant recoveries and the work that the team does will involve advising a number of well-known insurers on issues of funding, prospects of success, evidential matters arising from fires, floors and other perils. This is an assisting role and you will not be required to handle a case load in your own right.

You will be working on delegated tasks on files belonging to the wider team. Key accountabilities for role will include: Key accountabilities for the role will include: Chasing documents Collating documents for lawyers needed to consider strategy Diarising Court orders and other critical dates Arranging conferences Arranging Counsel and other expert attendance Legal research & completing factual chronologies Ensure compliance with the SRA Standards & Regulations Working Hours 35 hours per week Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch.