Costs Lawyer / Costs Draftsperson

Hodge Jones & Allen Solicitors, a leading firm with over four decades of experience representing ordinary people during extraordinary events, is seeking an experienced Costs Lawyer / Costs Draftsperson to join our dedicated team. We pride ourselves on providing first-class legal assistance driven by a commitment to our strong ethical values. Our team works diligently to ensure that individuals and organisations receive the utmost support and guidance through their legal challenges. As a Costs Lawyer / Costs Draftsperson, you will play an essential role in our commitment to excellence, managing costs effectively to support our clients' needs and ensuring transparency in legal billing. If you have a strong background in costs litigation and a passion for client advocacy, we want you to join us in our mission to uphold justice and provide exceptional service to our clients. This is not just a job, but a chance to make a meaningful impact in the legal field, where your skills will contribute to the ongoing success of our clients and the firm as a whole.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and preparing detailed bills of costs and cost budgets
• Advising on costs implications and strategy in legal proceedings.
• Conducting costs negotiations and settlements with opposing parties.
• Managing costs recovery and ensuring compliance with legal cost procedures.
• Keeping up to date with relevant costs law and procedural changes.
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