Associate - 12 month FTC
Core
Managing a caseload of contract disputes via courts, mediation, or ADR techniques to resolve issues in a commercial manner.
Role type
Associate (Contract Disputes)
Builds
Resolved disputes and cost-effective case outcomes for clients
Domain
Legal / Contract Law / Litigation
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
contract law, civil procedure, Fast Track value cases, mediation, ADR techniques, cost management, client care, SRA standards
Preferred skills
experience in litigation, ability to work independently, adaptability
Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of cases ensuring disputes are resolved commercially; Ensure cases are managed in a cost effective manner; Drive a culture of effective and efficient case handling; Work with others to deliver on SLA's, KPI's, financial and performance targets; Utilise management information to achieve departmental objectives; Ensure early assessment of prospects of success for claims; Share knowledge and support junior employees; Review existing processes and make recommendations for improvement.