Paralegal

**Christopher Group is looking for a Clinical Negligence Paralegal to join their team**

**Job Title: Clinical Negligence Paralegal**
**Location: Paarl**
**Job Type: Full-Time**
**About Us**:
**Key Responsibilities**:
**Client and Stakeholder Communication**:

- Correspond with Defendants and the Courts to ensure smooth case progression.
- Handle settlement negotiations expertly to conclusion.
**Document Drafting and Management**:

- Draft technical letters of advice/instructions to clients, experts, and third parties.
- Draft standard and technical witness statements.
- Compile full evidential spectrum to support liability and quantum investigations.
- Draft schedules of loss and witness statements.
**Case Management**:

- Keep clear and accurate notes of all calls on our case management system.
- Accurately log time worked on all files and maintain excellent time utilization.
- Proactively progress files in accordance with the Pre-action Protocol and post-issue of proceedings.
**Litigation and Legal Support**:

- Conduct litigation under the guidance of senior team members.
- Liaise with After the Event (ATE) insurers regarding cover, duties, and exclusions.
- Provide support in handling cases from inception through to completion.
**Team Collaboration and Mentorship**:

- Mentor, supervise, and nurture the growth of junior staff.
- Work closely with a hybrid team from UK and South Africa locations.
- Collaborate with senior team members to ensure effective case management.

**Qualifications and Skills**:

- Paralegal with hands-on experience in handling claimant or defendant clinical negligence cases. Those with a strong personal injury background will also be considered.
- Ability to independently manage and prioritize allocated tasks with adequate technical support and supervision from senior team members.
- Understanding of the importance of supporting the handling of cases from inception through to completion while delivering a personal, compassionate, tailored, and client-focused service.
- Proficient in using cloud-based case management systems, virtual office software, and Microsoft Office.
- Confident in liaising with medical agencies, healthcare providers, and experts.

**Personal Attributes**:

- Strong work ethic and reliability.
- Adaptability to work in a dynamic legal environment.
- Excellent team player with effective communication skills.

**Job Type**: Permanent