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Legal Aid Costs Draftsperson
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 30,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Legal Aid Costs Draftsperson – Family Department
Location: Bolton or Bury
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 9am-5pm
Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Costs Draftsperson to join our client's busy and expanding Family Department. This role is ideal for someone with a solid background in legal aid billing and a keen eye for detail who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare and submit fixed fee and exceptional Legal Aid bills, including High Cost Case Plans.
* Compile and submit bundles required by the Legal Aid Agency (LAA).
* Liaise with counsel’s chambers to ensure claims and fee notes are submitted promptly and accurately.
* Coordinate with fee earners and third parties to claim all recoverable costs and disbursements.
* Communicate with clients regarding legal aid billing, as necessary.
* Serve bills in compliance with procedural rules and cost assessment protocols.
* Monitor CCMS notifications and ensure timely submissions and responses in line with LAA deadlines.
* Keep up to date with changes in legal aid cost regulations and funding guidance specific to family law.
* Prepare interim and final private bills of costs.
* Perform general administrative duties related to billing and file closures.
* Provide guidance and training to colleagues to enhance best practices in cost recovery.
Essential Skills & Experience
* In-depth understanding of LAA cost assessment guidance and relevant legislation
* Proficiency in using the Client and Cost Management System (CCMS)
* Strong organisational and time management skills
* Excellent accuracy and attention to detail
* Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
* Solid IT skills, including Microsoft Office
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively
* A professional, friendly, and approachable manner
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary package
* Company pension scheme
* Annual attendance bonus
* Workplace nursery scheme
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with further accrual after 2 years)
* Birthday day off
* Northern Rail discount scheme
* Cycle2Work scheme
* Discounted legal services (Conveyancing, Family, Wills)
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