Clayton Legal

Costs Draftsman / Costs Lawyer Location: Manchester Salary: £45,000 per annum Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Working Pattern: Hybrid, subject to role and team requirements Our client is a well-established national law firm with a strong regional presence, currently seeking an experienced Costs Draftsman / Costs Lawyer to join its growing national Costs team in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious costs professional looking to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative legal environment. The Role Working as part of a growing national team, you will be responsible for the preparation and litigation of costs matters, working closely with clients, fee earners and senior members of the Costs team. Your responsibilities will include: Preparing Bills of Costs for Detailed and Provisional Assessment. Litigating Bills of Costs through the Court process. Providing advice and guidance to clients throughout matters and taking...

About the Firm: Established in 2000, an esteemed award-winning law firm, specializing in personal injury and clinical negligence claims, operates nationwide. Headquartered in Manchester, the firm takes pride in its core mission of assisting injured individuals. With a strong reputation, it currently holds a ranking of 80 out of over 10,000 law firms in the UK. Recognized in the top ten for the Best Law Firm to work for in the UK by Best Companies, the firm also boasts a 5-star Trustpilot rating from over 6,000 client reviews. Role: The firm is currently seeking a Costs Draftsperson to join its established costs department, comprising over 40 professionals. This role involves supporting senior case handlers with drafting requirements, primarily in an assisting capacity, covering a broad range of drafting needs, including budget work. The ideal candidate will have 12 months to five years of experience, either in-house or with an external supplier of costs drafting services,...

Serious Injury Fee Earner/Solicitor - RTA (Claimant) - GradeC Are you an experienced Personal Injury professional looking to take the next step in your career? This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded and forward-thinking law firm, handling a quality caseload of serious injury matters and making a genuine difference to clients' lives. The Role You will manage a caseload of predominantly RTA-based serious injury claims valued up to £50,000, supporting clients who have experienced life-changing events. This role offers a strong blend of technical legal work and client interaction, giving you real ownership of your cases from start to finish. Key Responsibilities Deliver exceptional client care to individuals who have suffered traumatic injuries Maintain regular contact with clients, including face-to-face meetings Work closely with a multi-disciplinary team of experts including medical professionals, case managers, care experts, and counsel...