Costs Lawyer

I am working with a well-established and forward-thinking law firm in Liverpool with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services across a range of practice areas. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced and motivated Costs Lawyer to join their dynamic team.

Read on to fully understand what this job requires in terms of skills and experience If you are a good match, make an application.

The Role

As a Costs Lawyer, you will play a key role in managing and maximising costs recovery across a varied caseload. You will work closely with fee earners and external stakeholders to ensure accurate drafting, negotiation, and recovery of legal costs.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting and preparing bills of costs (including multi-track, fast-track, and fixed costs matters)
• Preparing Points of Dispute and Replies
• Conducting negotiations and attending detailed assessment hearings where required
• Managing costs budgets and costs management processes
• Advising fee earners on costs strategy and compliance
• Handling inter partes and solicitor/client costs matters
• Ensuring compliance with CPR and relevant costs rules

About You

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Costs Lawyer (ACL) or equivalent experience
• Proven experience drafting bills and managing detailed assessments
• Strong knowledge of CPR and costs case law
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to manage your own caseload with minimal supervision

Desirable xwzovoh

• Experience with costs budgeting and electronic bill formats
• Advocacy experience in detailed assessment hearings
• Familiarity with case management systems

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Hybrid/flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Pension scheme
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working culture