Costs Draftsperson - Family Department

Vacancy Description Costs Draftsperson – Family Department Location Bolton or Bury Office Hours Negotiable within 9.00 am to 5.00 pm - Monday to Friday (1 Hour Lunch) Salary Negotiable depending upon experience. Job role Preparing and submitting fixed fee and exceptional Legal Aid bills of costs and High Cost Case Plans. Preparing and submitting necessary bundles to accompany submissions to the LAA. Liaising with counsel’s chambers to ensure counsel’s claims are appropriately submitted and fee notes available at the time of billing. Liaising with third parties and fee earners to ensure all recoverable costs and disbursements are appropriately claimed. Liaising with clients in respect of legal aid bills, as required. Serving bills in accordance with procedural requirements and relevant cost assessment protocols. Monitoring CCMS notifications and ensuring prompt submissions and responses within LAA deadlines. Staying up to date with developments in legal aid cost regulations, assessment criteria, and funding guidance in family law matters. Prepare private bills of costs, interim and final. General administration related to the billing and closure of files. Providing ongoing support, guidance, and training to colleagues to promote best practice and continuous improvement in cost recovery processes. Skills Required Up to date knowledge of LAA costs Assessment guidance and legislation. Knowledge of CCMS and the ability to use the system confidently. Good organisational skills. Excellent attention to detail (accuracy essential). Good communication skills. Good IT skills. Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team. Friendly and professional manner. What We Offer Competitive salary. Pension scheme. Attendance bonus. Workplace nursery scheme. 25 days a year plus bank holidays and an accrual system after 2 years. Birthday holiday. Life insurance – 2x annual salary. Long Service Awards. Northern Rail discount scheme. Discounted gym membership. Cycle2Work scheme. Quarterly fruit baskets. Referral schemes (PI, Conveyancing, Family & Wills/Probate). Discounted Services (Conveyancing, Family & Wills). Staff Introduction Scheme (Refer a successful applicant and get £500). Monthly Raffle Draw – 1st, 2nd & 3rd prizes. Dress down once a month (linked to a chosen charity). Annual Christmas Party & Events. Charity fundraisers. Training & Development Training and development opportunities. Internal workshops. Compliance webinars. #J-18808-Ljbffr Russell & Russell Solicitors