Catastrophic Injury & Large-Loss Lawyer

BCL Legal Limited; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BCL Legal Limited is delighted to assist a prestigious UK firm in recruiting a Catastrophic Injury / Large Loss Associate. The role sits within a growing Defendant Personal Injury team, handling high-value and complex claims for insurers and self-insured organisations.

You will work closely with an experienced Partner on a varied caseload, developing your own matters, mentoring juniors, and expanding client relationships as you progress.

Qualifications

• Solid experience of personal injury litigation.
• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload with autonomy.
• Excellent client care and communication skills.
• Genuine interest in developing your career within catastrophic injury / large loss.
• PQE is flexible and applications are welcomed from candidates with appropriate experience.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with high-value, complex large loss and catastrophic injury claims.
• Liability investigations, including taking witness statements and reviewing evidence.
• Assessing quantum and interpreting medical records and reports.
• Managing interlocutory matters, CMCs and court proceedings.
• Drafting legal documents, reports and client advice.
• Managing reporting and reserving requirements in line with client SLAs.
• Attending court, conferences and pre-trial meetings.
• Developing client relationships and assisting with training and case clinics.
• Supporting Partners with existing client relationships and business development.
• Mentoring junior members of the team and supporting NQs.
• Developing your own caseload as experience and client relationships grow.
• Opportunities to undertake your own advocacy are encouraged.

Job description

BCL Legal Limited is delighted to assist a prestigious UK firm in recruiting a Catastrophic Injury / Large Loss Associate. The role sits within a growing Defendant Personal Injury team, handling high-value and complex claims for insurers and self-insured organisations.

You will work closely with an experienced Partner on a varied caseload, developing your own matters, mentoring juniors, and expanding client relationships as you progress.