Law Costs Draftsperson

Law Costs Draftsperson
Location: Exeter
Salary: Negotiable

A highly reputable regional firm in Exeter seeks an experienced Law Cost Draftsperson within the Family Law department. The successful candidate will have experience of preparing and drafting bills with a proactive approach to working within the team.  In return you will be able to work within a professional and dynamic atmosphere in a successful law firm.

Responsibilities

Preparation of Bills of Costs for submission to the Courts and LSC to include preparation of any subsequent paperwork and Appeals
Costing and reporting of all Legal Help files  
Drafting of private bills, preparing breakdowns and assisting with Schedules of Costs
Administration of applications and preparation of documents relating to Certificated files
Supporting point of contact for the LSC`s relationship manager
Processing of all costs to include billing when received from the LSC
Monitoring and maintenance of records for all live files including reporting to fee-earners on profit costs, disbursements and final claims

Skills

Previous law cost experience
Ability to work within a team
Strong interpersonal skills, effective communicator at all levels (written and verbal) with excellent attention to detail
Proven organisational skills, with the ability to multi-task and juggle competing priorities
Ability to adapt quickly and well to changing demands and conditions