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West Lothian Council Court Advice Project is a joint initiative between West Lothian Council Advice Shop and CAB West Lothian. The project is funded by Scottish Legal Aid Board until 31st March 2018. The project staff provides a service to people at court, or at risk of going to court, who may lose their homes and for those requiring assistance with small claims.
You will specialize in assisting customers with the small claims process pre court and representation at court if required. The post holder will be based at Citizens Advice Bureau in Livingston, West Lothian and managed by CAB manager.
The skills and experience you must have:
- Skilled in application of legal assistance or giving advice on small claims
- Wide knowledge of legal procedure pertaining to the small claims procedure
- Excellent communication skills
- Skilled in negotiation