Job Description

Ward & Rider Solicitors have been providing quality legal services for over 75 years to the people of Coventry and the Midlands who require a service from committed lawyers who genuinely care about their clients and their affairs.

Main purpose of the role:

To support Personal Injury Lawyers by taking Witness Statements to support personal injury/medical negligence claims. To relay important information obtained from clients and their witnesses to the lawyer overseeing the cases and to give their advice on any evidence obtained.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Interviewing clients and witnesses as requested by the PI/Clinical Negligence Lawyers Prepare written statements (sometimes complex) Attend joint site inspections When required, preparation of locus reports - photographs and sketch plans Other duties required within the spirit and scope of the post Flexibility of hours is essential, some weekend/evening work will be required and use of own vehicle is required

Essential skills and experience:

Experience of statement taking and production/legal experience is essential Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing Effective organisation and time management skills A strong team player with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment Strong attention to detail Ability to maintain the utmost confidentiality Ability to take direction, ask appropriate questions and complete tasks independently

Benefits

This role offers a range of benefits, including:

23 days holiday + Bank Holidays + 3 extra days at Christmas + Duvet Day on your Birthday + Christmas Eve (when it falls on a working day) = 36 days holiday The ability to take your holiday in hours, not just days Company sick pay Simply Health cash health plan with "myWellbeing" - speak to a GP, discounted membership to over 2000 gyms, counselling services Death in service scheme Free parking
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Company events Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person