Clinical Risk Paralegal – Flexible, Client-Focused Litigation

FQPS Academy Ltd.; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

DAC Beachcroft is seeking a Paralegal to join our Clinical Risk team in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role involves assisting on pre-lit and litigated defendant clinical negligence claims, liaising with witnesses, instructing experts and counsel, and contributing to knowledge sharing and business development.

The ideal candidate may have clinical negligence experience or strong academic qualifications, with a practical, team-oriented approach and a focus on delivering commercially-minded,

Qualifications

• Experience in defendant clinical negligence is desirable but not essential.
• Strong academic qualifications and a practical learner with a can-do attitude.
• Ability to understand and work through complex legal issues.
• Demonstrates a client-focused and professional approach to legal matters.
• Comfortable engaging with clients on day-to-day issues and building relationships.

Responsibilities

• Assist the team on pre-lit and litigated defendant clinical negligence claims for NHS Resolution and NHS Trusts, including instructing experts and counsel, liaising with witnesses, conferences, drafting documents, research and disclosure tasks.
• Adhere closely to client protocol and the firm's case management system.
• Contribute to non-fee-earning activities such as knowledge sharing, training, client seminars and business development.

Skills

Clinical negligence experience

Team player

Job description

DAC Beachcroft is seeking a Paralegal to join our Clinical Risk team in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role involves assisting on pre-lit and litigated defendant clinical negligence claims, liaising with witnesses, instructing experts and counsel, and contributing to knowledge sharing and business development.

The ideal candidate may have clinical negligence experience or strong academic qualifications, with a practical, team-oriented approach and a focus on delivering commercially-minded,