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.

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.

• 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

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

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