A well-established national law firm is seeking a Costs Lawyer / Draftsperson to join its respected Costs & Advocacy team. The department handles a wide range of commercial and personal injury litigation costs matters, from fixed recoverable costs and lower value disputes through to complex, high value cases. This is an excellent opportunity for a costs professional looking to take the next step into a varied role combining technical drafting, negotiation and advocacy.

The Role

• Handle costs files from instruction through to resolution


• Draft and review Costs Budgets, Bills of Costs, Points of Dispute and Replies


• Advise on budgeting, recovery, reserving and dispute strategy


• Attend CCMCs and application hearings


• Provide advocacy where required


• Negotiate settlements and costs agreements


• Deliver clear,...