About this role
- To work with a team of Solicitors to assist with progression of matters, including discovery, analysis of quantum evidence, liaising with counsel and third party experts, trail preparation and legal research.
- Work within the Motor team as an insurance defence litigation specialist, to pursue completion of files in line with client instruction to the commercial benefit of Keoghs and clients.
- Communicate, build and utilize relationships with colleagues, clients and third parties in a professional and knowledgeable manner; including all methods of communication: in person, over the phone and written Proactively identifying next steps required on matter, discussing those aspects with the Lead Lawyer and taking action as agreed.
- Interviewing witnesses and drafting statements.
- Liaising with parties involved in claims including the insured, insurer, witnesses etc.
- Drafting pleadings and applications.
- Instructing counsel and attending conferences, JSMs, mediations both remotely and in person.
- Attend court in person or by telephone, attend trials, settlement conferences etc as required.
- Delivery of agreed performance targets and quality standards.
- Maintaining case managements systems with up to date management information for clients.
- To ensure compliance with the LSNI regulations.