Clinical Negligence Senior/Principal Associatel

JMC Legal Recruitment; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional law firm is seeking an experienced Clinical Negligence Solicitor to manage complex cases in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will handle a diverse caseload including catastrophic injury claims while ensuring excellent client communication. Strong background in clinical negligence law is essential, with the opportunity to work collaboratively with a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Experience handling varied caseloads of clinical negligence claims.
• Knowledge of clinical negligence law, procedure, and medical evidence.
• Experience with high-value catastrophic injury cases.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of clinical negligence claims from instruction through to conclusion.
• Assist with high-value and complex cases including cerebral palsy claims.
• Draft key legal documents such as letters of claim and schedules of loss.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong organisational abilities

Ability to manage competing priorities

Proactive attitude

Calm under pressure

Job description

Clinical Negligence Solicitor

Purpose of the Role

A leading regional law firm is seeking an experienced Clinical Negligence Solicitor to join its specialist Clinical Negligence team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior or Principal Associate to work on high-quality, complex matters within a supportive and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload of clinical negligence matters, including assisting on catastrophic injury and cerebral palsy claims, as well as advising clients in inquests and throughout the litigation process.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of clinical negligence claims from instruction through to conclusion.
• Assist senior fee earners with high-value and complex cases, including cerebral palsy and brain injury claims.
• Take detailed client instructions and assess medical and legal issues to determine case prospects.
• Prepare and review expert instructions and reports.
• Draft key legal documentation such as letters of claim, schedules of loss, pleadings, and witness statements.
• Maintain excellent client care and communication throughout each case.
• Ensure compliance with firm policies, risk management, and professional conduct requirements.

Person Specification

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused approach.
• Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail.
• Capable of managing competing priorities and meeting deadlines.
• A collaborative team player with a proactive and positive attitude.
• Calm, professional, and adaptable under pressure.
• Able to inspire confidence and build strong, trusted relationships with clients and colleagues.

Technical Expertise

• Significant experience handling a varied caseload of clinical negligence claims, ideally including both litigated and pre-litigated work.
• Proven experience assisting with or managing high-value catastrophic injury cases (e.g. cerebral palsy, brain injury).
• Strong knowledge of clinical negligence law, procedure, and medical evidence.
• Experience managing cases through all stages of litigation.