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• How many Law Cost Consultant jobs are available on Pertemps?

  There are 18 Law Cost Consultant jobs available on Pertemps right now.

• What does a Law Cost Consultant do?

  Cost lawyers ensure that a business relationship between a lawyer and their client is properly established, so that any legal costs incurred can be charged appropriately.

  Tasks required include:

  • Runs chambers on behalf of principals, develops the practice, manages the flow of work, decides which cases to accept, arranges appropriate fees and prepares financial records.
  • Ensures judges have the necessary legal other documents, manages their diary and carries out other administrative duties collates information, drafts briefs and other documents.
  • Attends court to assist barristers and solicitors in the presentation of a case.
  • Ensures their organisation complies with relevant regulations and their organisational policies.
  • Assists in all aspects of probate and common law practice.
  • Draws up schedules of legal costs and advises on the allocation of legal costs and the level of legal fees.

• What are the entry requirements for a Law Cost Consultant?

  Entrants usually possess GCSEs/S grades and A levels/H grades in appropriate subject areas. Off and on-the-job training is available. Membership of professional institutions will be required for some posts. Candidates must pass professional examinations and complete up to five years of practical experience.