Offer summary

Qualifications:

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., Strong legal drafting and analytical skills., Proficiency with legal software and case management systems..

Key responsibilities:

Conduct initial client interviews and obtain instructions.

Prepare draft pleadings, witness statements, and schedules of special damages.

Draft correspondence to insurers, opposing solicitors, and the court.

Manage court timetables and limitation dates.

Job description

This is a remote position.

Job Highlights:

20 hours /week
Mondays to Fridays, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM Bahamas/Tampa FL, USA, Eastern Time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a capable and detail-oriented Personal Injury Paralegal to support our 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.

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.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

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.

Desirable Skills:

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.