Clinical Negligence Solicitor - Manchester

Chadwick Nott; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Chadwick Nott in Manchester is seeking a Clinical Negligence Solicitor to manage their own caseload and work on high-value, complex matters with senior lawyers. The team acts for claimants in high-value cases with complex liability issues and expert evidence.

This hybrid role requires 3-6+ PQE in claimant clinical negligence, strong drafting and case-management skills, and the ability to build relationships with clients, experts and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with 3-6+ PQE.
• Experience in claimant clinical negligence work.
• Strong drafting, analytical and case management skills.
• Ability to build relationships with clients, experts and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Managing your own caseload of claimant clinical negligence matters, with supervision on more complex cases
• Supporting Partners on high-value and complex litigation
• Drafting key legal documents including pleadings, witness statements, schedules of loss and settlement documentation
• Instructing and liaising with counsel, medical experts and other third parties
• Progressing claims from inception through to settlement or trial
• Contributing to business development, including networking and marketing initiatives
• Supervising and mentoring junior team members

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Client relationships

Legal drafting

Case management

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Clinical Negligence Solicitor - Manchester
Level: 3-6 PQE
Hybrid working

This is an exciting opportunity for a solicitor to join this international firm. The firm are seeking a clinical negligence solicitor to manage their own caseload and work closely on high-value and complex matters with partners and senior lawyers.

The team act for claimants in a range of high-value and often life-changing clinical negligence cases, often involving complex liability issues and expert evidence.

Responsibilities

• Managing your own caseload of claimant clinical negligence matters, with supervision on more complex cases
• Supporting Partners on high-value and complex litigation
• Drafting key legal documents including pleadings, witness statements, schedules of loss and settlement documentation
• Instructing and liaising with counsel, medical experts and other third parties
• Progressing claims from inception through to settlement or trial
• Contributing to business development, including networking and marketing initiatives
• Supervising and mentoring junior team members

About you

• Qualified solicitor with 3-6+ PQE
• Experience in claimant clinical negligence work
• Strong technical ability with experience handling a range of claimant clinical negligence claims
• Excellent drafting, analytical and case management skills
• Able to build strong relationships with clients, experts and colleagues

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative and ambitious team, working closely with partners and senior lawyers on high-quality work, while also taking ownership of your own caseload. You will be encouraged to develop your profile and contribute to business development.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*