Clinical Negligence Paralegal

Vertex Talent Solutions Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Liverpool is looking for an Advanced Paralegal to join their clinical negligence team. The role will involve managing a varied caseload, preparing legal documents, and assisting clients while providing opportunities for career development. Candidates should have relevant experience in clinical negligence and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Free parking onsite

Clear progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience assisting on clinical negligence matters is essential.
• Strong understanding of the clinical negligence pre-action protocol.
• Comfortable working independently.

Responsibilities

• Assess and investigate claims by reviewing medical records.
• Draft letters of claim and witness statements.
• Communicate effectively with clients and experts throughout cases.
• Ensure compliance with pre-action protocols and court deadlines.
• Collaborate with a busy team to meet targets and service standards.

Skills

Clinical negligence experience

Strong communication skills

Drafting skills

Case management skills

Job description

Overview

I'm currently working with an award winning and well-regarded law firm in Liverpool that is seeking to expand its clinical negligence team. This is an excellent opportunity for an Advanced Paralegal, with demonstrable experience in clinical negligence to join a supportive and growing team.

The role will be office-based in Liverpool and will involve assisting the Head of Department with a mixed caseload of low-mid value clinical negligence as well as higher value/more complex matters from inception to settlement or litigation.

The Role

The successful candidate will work on a caseload of pre-litigated and clinical negligence matters. This includes liaising with clients, experts, counsel, and third parties, as well as preparing legal documentation such as medical instructions and letters of claim. There will be long-term opportunities to progress, including running their own clinical negligence caseload.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and investigate claims, including reviewing medical records and obtaining expert evidence.
• Draft letters of claim, witness statements, and court documents.
• Communicate effectively with clients and other parties throughout the life of the case.
• Ensure compliance with pre-action protocols and court deadlines.
• Work within a busy and collaborative team, meeting internal targets and service standards.
• Assist and collaborate with senior solicitors.

Candidate Profile

• You will be a Clinical Negligence Paralegal.
• Experience assisting on clinical negligence matters is essential.
• Strong understanding of the clinical negligence pre-action protocol.
• Comfortable working independently.
• Excellent communication and client care skills.
• Strong drafting and case management skills.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary package, dependent on experience.
• Clear progression opportunities within an established and supportive team.
• Office-based role in a Liverpool location, ideal for individuals looking for structured team support and collaboration.
• A reputable and growing firm with a steady pipeline of work.
• Private healthcare.
• Free parking onsite.

If this sounds like a role that matches your experience and aspirations, please get in touch to discuss further or to apply confidentially.