DWF
Paralegal - all levels, for Major Injury & Casualty team in Scotland

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Why join us?
DWF's Insurance team in Scotland is looking to recruit experienced Paralegals to work in our award-winning insurance team. The successful applicants will act for household name insurers and provide high quality advice on defending a wide range of pre-litigation personal injury claims. Successful applicants must be Scotland qualified and have previous Paralegal experience in Scotland. The role can be based from either of our Edinburgh or Glasgow offices.
Responsibilities
You will be responsible for assisting fee earners on files and supporting our qualified individuals on a diverse caseload for insurers pre-litigated and litigated claims, from inception to resolution. Duties will include conducting thorough investigations, including gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses. A key part of the role will also involve conducting research to support legal strategies and case development.
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Essential
- Previous Paralegal experience of 6+ months is ESSENTIAL for this role.
- Scottish qualified legal professional with previous Scotland law experience is ESSENTIAL for this role.
- Experience in the following areas will be considered - fraud, motor, road traffic accidents (RTA), personal injury, serious injury, large loss, complex loss, catastrophic loss, EL/PL, credit fraud, recoveries, etc.
- Experience in litigation would be an advantage.
- Strong communication skills.
- High attention to detail.
- Experience of working in a fast paced environment with a volume of claims.
What we offer?
At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organisation, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs. Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support.


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