Job Description

Why join us?:

The Major Injury and Casualty team at DWF is one of the largest in the UK and is nationally recognised. We act for a large number of well-known insurers, many of whom are household names, dealing with complex, catastrophic and large loss claims.



You will be assisting a Partner and Director who deal with a range of high value files up to 20 million, including injuries of utmost severity including brain injury, spinal injury, amputations, polytrauma, brachial plexus injury, severe psychiatric injury, chronic pain.



The role is based in Liverpool, and we are open to discussing flexible working patterns.

We offer a supportive and inclusive environment that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Our commitment to excellence, innovative solutions, and client service ensures that you will be part of a team that is recognized as a leader in the field by international legal directories such as Chambers and the Legal 500.


Responsibilities:
As a Paralegal in our Catastrophic Loss team, you will engage in a wide range of activities, such as: Assisting our legal team to manage a caseload of high value claims, compromising of a variety of defendant catastrophic injury, EL/PL, and RTA matters Drafting pleadings, reports to clients, attending court hearings, working to court deadlines, liability investigations, gathering evidence, instructing experts and considering interesting medical causation issue Prioritise work effectively and to maximise efficiency in working practices, adhering to court deadlines and directions, as well as the client's service level agreements Build working relationships internally and externally in order to maintain client relationships, develop business networks and create a solid understanding of the Firm's direction and client needs To provide support and act as the 'go to person' for more junior members in the team

What will help you succeed in this role? :

Desirable Criteria:

1 - 3 years Paralegal experience, preferable within catastrophic injury, major loss, serious injury, or personal injury. Technically experienced in and a real interest in Employers Liability, Public Liability, RTA and, catastrophic injury work Experience handling personal injury files either in your own right, or as an assistant to more senior team members. Familiar with working in a commercial environment

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.


About us:

DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.