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Manchester, England, Gb

Demonstrated a strong understanding of indemnity by working and advising on Multi Track files for a number of insurer clients, that include issues relating to the client’s status as either Article 75 or RTA insurer, as well as dealing with cross-border claims and claims for the MIB that fall either under the Untraced Drivers’ Agreement 2017 or Uninsured Drivers’ Agreement 2015.Undertake other managerial duties and supervise a minimum of six members of the team at any one time and… Show more Demonstrated a strong understanding of indemnity by working and advising on Multi Track files for a number of insurer clients, that include issues relating to the client’s status as either Article 75 or RTA insurer, as well as dealing with cross-border claims and claims for the MIB that fall either under the Untraced Drivers’ Agreement 2017 or Uninsured Drivers’ Agreement 2015.Undertake other managerial duties and supervise a minimum of six members of the team at any one time and assisting them to meet court deadlines, client SLAs and achieving higher financial authorities.Helped to strengthen relations with insurer clients by attending monthly case clinics and preparing and giving training to them. Show less

Demonstrated strong case-management skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines by handling a high-volume caseload of predominantly Fast Track cases on behalf of multiple insurer clientsDisplayed strong attention to detail by drafting court documents and letters on a daily basis as well as the ability to cost-effectively deal with cases by reviewing liability and all other evidence available in order to negotiate settlements with third party solicitors.Consistently hit… Show more Demonstrated strong case-management skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines by handling a high-volume caseload of predominantly Fast Track cases on behalf of multiple insurer clientsDisplayed strong attention to detail by drafting court documents and letters on a daily basis as well as the ability to cost-effectively deal with cases by reviewing liability and all other evidence available in order to negotiate settlements with third party solicitors.Consistently hit settlement and chargeable-hours targets. Show less

Assisted with the handling of complex and high value property damage and policy coverage claims on behalf of various insurance companies.Demonstrated the ability to work as part of a team by assisting Partners and Senior Associates with the handling of files.

Assisted various Partners and Fee Earners with the handling of complex credit hire Multi Track files. Work included drafting court documents, preparing rates evidence, investigating liability and scrutinising bank statements to establish impecuniosity.

Managed a caseload of litigated personal injury claims on behalf of various insurance companies including Hastings, Enterprise and AXA.Supervised an assistant within the Team.Successfully hit settlement and chargeable-hours targets.

Sale, England, United Kingdom

Advised corporate clients and members of the general public about all aspects of Employment Law.Developed strong communication skills by undertaking consultations with clients both in person and over the telephone.Had comments published by the Manchester Evening News.Drafted a monthly newsletter for clients and produced articles for the firm’s website.Attended networking events and assisted with the organisation of seminars for clients.Became an active… Show more Advised corporate clients and members of the general public about all aspects of Employment Law.Developed strong communication skills by undertaking consultations with clients both in person and over the telephone.Had comments published by the Manchester Evening News.Drafted a monthly newsletter for clients and produced articles for the firm’s website.Attended networking events and assisted with the organisation of seminars for clients.Became an active member of the Trafford Law Society and sat on its committee. Show less

Manchester

Worked first as a Paralegal and then as a Trainee Solicitor managing litigated personal injury claims on behalf of a number of insurer clients.Attended Court on numerous occasions and also gained practical advocacy experience by speaking in front of judges and third party solicitors.Undertook six month secondment working in-house at Aviva Insurance.Acted as a Mentor for two Legal Apprentices at the firm.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, History, 2:1

Legal Practice Course, Distinction

Graduate Diploma In Law, Pass