At a Glance
- Tasks: Draft costs budgets, assess bills, negotiate settlements, and manage a caseload.
- Company: Join Weightmans, a leading national law firm with a strong focus on people.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, recognition as a top employer, and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Opportunities for career progression in a collaborative environment across multiple UK locations.
- Why this job: Kickstart your legal career in a dynamic team handling high-value costs matters.
- Qualifications: Experience in costs law or studying towards qualification; strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Our Niche Costs and Advocacy team handles high‑value and complex costs matters across a wide range of commercial and personal injury litigation. The team regularly attends CCMCs and application hearings, providing support across all aspects of a claim, not solely those limited to costs. We work closely with our legal teams throughout the entire lifecycle of a matter, from initial reserving and cost estimates, through the budgeting process, and through to conclusion, whether that involves recovering or disputing costs.
We are open to appointing either a qualified Costs Lawyer or a more junior candidate. Junior appointments will be suitable for individuals who are currently studying towards qualification as a Costs Lawyer or who are planning to commence the qualification in the near future.
Please note this role can be based in our Liverpool, Manchester or Birmingham offices.
Ideally, the candidate will have previous experience in both Defendant and Claimant work, to include advocacy, drafting costs budgets, bills of costs, Points of Dispute and Replies, negotiating settlements, drafting Schedules of Costs, and handling high‑value matters in both personal injury and commercial litigation. They will be able to prioritise their workload effectively, work well within a team, and possess excellent attention to detail. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential, along with the ability to work efficiently under pressure. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to progress their career within legal costs.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Drafting costs budgets
- Assessing bills of costs
- Drafting Points of Dispute
- Drafting bills of costs
- Drafting Replies
- Negotiating settlements
- Drafting Schedules of Costs
- Manage a caseload
If you meet our criteria and think this is a job where you could bring enthusiasm and commitment, then we look forward to receiving your application.
Come and join our award-winning organisation and be part of a team where people truly matter. Weightmans is a leading national law firm, with strong international capabilities. Weightmans has been recognised as a leading employer for the 19th consecutive year at Britain’s Top Employers awards, and ranking top 10 in the list, the firm has also secured top positions in Chambers UK. Join Weightmans as we continue our journey to becoming one of the UK’s top 30 law firms.
Costs Lawyer in Birmingham employer: Weightmans
Weightmans is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values collaboration and professional growth. Located in Liverpool, the firm provides comprehensive training opportunities for its employees, ensuring they are well-equipped to handle complex litigation cases. With a focus on employee development and a commitment to work-life balance, Weightmans stands out as a rewarding place to build a meaningful career in law.
