*Clinical Negligence Solicitor

Douglas Scott Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas Scott Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a Clinical Negligence Associate to join their expanding department. The role involves handling a diverse caseload of clinical negligence files with supervision and contributing to high-value, complex claims.

You will advise clients on sensitive issues, draft witness statements and pleadings, review medical reports, and develop a strong understanding of CPR and related law. Progression opportunities and a competitive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within Clinical Negligence is essential

Responsibilities

• Handling a wide range of your own clinical negligence files; with appropriate supervision
• Have a good understanding and knowledge of CPR and the law relating to clinical negligence
• Providing advice to clients on sensitive matters
• Drafting witness statements and pleadings
• Reviewing medical reports

Skills

Clinical negligence

CPR knowledge

Legal advisory

Job description

A Top Ranked law firm amongst the Chambers & Partners and Legal500 is currently looking to expand their Clinical Negligence department with an additional Clinical Negligence Associate.

The team represents claimants and their families following on from poor medical treatment, files are often high value and complex.

Within this role you will be:

• Handling a wide range of your own clinical negligence files; with appropriate supervision
• Have a good understanding and knowledge of CPR and the law relating to clinical negligence
• Providing advice to clients on sensitive matters
• Drafting witness statements and pleadings
• Reviewing medical reports.

Previous experience within Clinical Negligence is essential

In return, you will be joining a forward- thinking, dynamic law firm that has a friendly, positive working environment and culture for you to thrive within.

Progression opportunities to advance your career as a Medical Negligence Solicitor are available as well as an extensive benefits package for you to benefit from.