Defendant Clinical Negligence Solicitor - Hybrid Leeds

Cape Clarke; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

CapeClarke in Leeds is seeking a Defendant Clinical Negligence Solicitor to work on the defence of claims arising from medical treatment. You will review clinical records, analyse allegations of breach and causation, obtain expert input and prepare advice.

This hybrid Leeds role offers a salary up to £60,000, depending on experience. A training seat for NQ applicants and healthcare litigation exposure are desirable.

Qualifications

• NQ–3 PQE in clinical negligence or healthcare litigation.
• Clear drafting and strong organisation.
• Experience communicating with healthcare clients, experts or counsel.

Responsibilities

• Defend medical treatment claims and assess liability.
• Review clinical records and breach/causation.
• Obtain expert input and advise on quantum.
• Prepare pleadings, witness statements and instructions to counsel.
• Progress matters in line with experience.

Skills

Drafting

Organisation

Communication with healthcare clients

Job description

CapeClarke in Leeds is seeking a Defendant Clinical Negligence Solicitor to work on the defence of claims arising from medical treatment. You will review clinical records, analyse allegations of breach and causation, obtain expert input and prepare advice.

This hybrid Leeds role offers a salary up to £60,000, depending on experience. A training seat for NQ applicants and healthcare litigation exposure are desirable.