Senior Paralegal Job in Kennedys

Senior Paralegal

Edinburgh, SCT, GB, United Kingdom

https://www.mncjobs.co.uk/company/kennedys

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Job Description

Kennedys is looking for a junior Associate (0-3 PQE) or experienced Paralegal to join our Celtic Disease team in Edinburgh. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated fee earner, looking to develop their career in defender insurance litigation, working alongside market-leading specialists in occupational disease claims.

Key Responsibilities

Managing a varied caseload of defender disease claims, including NIHL, HAVS, asbestos-related, and other long-tail disease matters. Supporting senior lawyers in handling complex and high-value litigation. Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and instructions to counsel and experts. Conducting legal research and analysis on technical issues. Liaising with clients, witnesses, and opposing parties in a professional and timely manner. Assisting with business development initiatives and contributing to team knowledge sharing.

Required experience

Experience in defender disease or personal injury litigation. Previous experience acting for insurers or corporate defenders is essential. Strong analytical and communication skills with excellent attention to detail. A proactive and collaborative team player with the ability to manage competing priorities. Enthusiasm for developing expertise in occupational disease claims within a supportive and growing team.

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where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.*

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