Law Costs Draftsperson

Location: Nottingham (Office Based)
Hours: Full Time (Mon – Fri, 9am–5.30pm)
Salary: Above market rate (commensurate with experience)

An established legal practice in Nottingham is seeking a Law Costs Draftsperson to support its thriving Public Law & Community Care department, specifically within Judicial Review work.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-driven professional with solid experience in legal costs to join a supportive team and contribute to high-profile public law matters.

Role Overview

As a Law Costs Draftsperson, you’ll be responsible for:

• Preparing Legal Aid billing: Legal Helps, POAs, and Final Claims
• Drafting Inter-Partes bills and negotiating settlements
• Lodging bills at court and preparing Schedules of Costs
• Managing High Cost Case Plans and responding to LAA queries
• Handling appeals and rejected claims
• Ensuring compliance with Legal Aid KPIs and internal procedures
• Liaising with Counsel’s Chambers and internal fee earners
• Supporting administrative functions as needed

Candidate Profile

Required:

• Qualified Costs Lawyer or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated ability in Legal Aid and Inter-Partes cost drafting
• Strong negotiation and drafting skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy with figures
• Proven ability to manage high-volume claims efficiently
• Confident working independently and within a team
• Proficient in Case Management Systems and CCMS

Desirable:

• Familiarity with judicial review billing
• Knowledge of court cost assessment procedures
• Understanding of Legal Aid Agency rules and processes

Why Apply?

This role offers:

• A competitive salary above market average
• A full-time office-based position
• Exposure to impactful public law cases

Apply Now:

For further information on this and other exciting opportunities, or to discuss your situation in complete confidence, please contact Richard at Bygott Biggs on richard@bygott-biggs.co.uk or 07875525328.

At Bygott Biggs our aim has always been to provide a more personal service and everyone here believes that recruitment should be about building long-term relationships with clients and candidates alike. Our reputation has been built on the fact that we provide an efficient and professional service but are not afraid to give straight forward, straight talking advice.

The above PQE is expressed as a guideline only. We are happy to hear from anyone who can demonstrate the necessary skills and knowledge in order to fulfil this role.