Solicitor or NQ Solicitor – Clinical Negligence

Overview

In this role you will handle a diverse portfolio of defendant clinical negligence claims within the Healthcare Team, delivering high-quality legal advice and advocacy for private insurers. You will work in a hybrid setup with flexibility on office presence, potentially traveling to the Liverpool office. The role emphasizes senior-level drafting, negotiation, and case strategy, with opportunities to engage in business development. You will collaborate across the team to ensure excellent service and client outcomes, contributing to a renowned global law firm culture.

Pay / Benefits

• comprehensive rewards package
• flexible benefits
• well-being programs
• hybrid/ flexible working

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of high-value defendant clinical negligence matters from inception to resolution
• Provide expert legal advice on clinical negligence claims, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating case documents
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support strategy and decisions
• Draft and review legal documents such as pleadings, witness statements, and correspondence
• Liaise with clients, medical professionals, and experts to gather information and evidence
• Attend court hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations as required
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files and documentation
• Collaborate with colleagues across the Healthcare Team to ensure high-quality service
• Identify opportunities for Business Development
• Assist with client care matters as required

Key requirements

• 1–3 years PQE in Defendant Clinical Negligence
• NQ Solicitors with specialist clinical negligence experience from training or prior roles
• Knowledge and experience handling complex clinical negligence cases (essential)
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload efficiently
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in using legal research tools and software
• High level of professionalism and integrity

• strong communication
• interpersonal skills
• professionalism
• drafting
• negotiation
• advocacy

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