Costs Legal Assistant

Why join us?

The DWF Costs Team is hiring for a Legal Assistant position, based remotely across England.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your legal career within one of the UK's leading legal and business services providers. Working as part of our specialist Costs Team, you will support experienced Costs Lawyers and Fee Earners on a varied caseload, gaining exposure to a wide range of costs matters while developing your technical and litigation knowledge.

As part of a large and supportive team, you will have the opportunity to take ownership of key tasks, build your legal expertise, and contribute directly to the successful progression of matters, with clear opportunities for career development.

Responsibilities

• Support Costs Fee Earners with the day-to-day management and progression of costs files.
• Liaise professionally with opposing representatives, courts, clients and other third parties by telephone, email and correspondence.
• Prepare, compile and manage electronic and physical bundles for hearings, negotiations and court proceedings.
• Draft routine correspondence, court documents and costs-related documentation for review by fee earners.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of documents through court e-filing systems and other relevant platforms.
• Maintain accurate case records and ensure all file information is updated on the case management system.
• Prioritise urgent tasks and manage competing deadlines to ensure client service level agreements are met.
• Assist with the preparation of Bills of Costs, Points of Dispute, Replies and supporting documentation where appropriate.
• Carry out legal and factual research as required to support fee earners.
• Build effective working relationships with colleagues, clients and external stakeholders.
• Ensure all work is completed in line with firm policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately at all times.

What will help you succeed in this role?

Essential

• Previous experience working within a legal environment.
• Previous experience in a Paralegal, Legal Assistant or Litigation Support role.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient IT skills and experience using case management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Confidence communicating with external parties, including opposing representatives, courts and clients.

Desirable

• Previous experience within Costs or Civil Litigation.
• Experience preparing hearing or court bundles.
• Knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and the costs process.

Experience drafting legal correspondence and court documentation.

What we offer?

We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.

We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you're excited about the opportunity but your experience does not align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for this role or others across the wider team.

About us

DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business 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.