Defendant Clinical Negligence Solicitor - Hybrid, Sheffield

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

Job summary

Cape Clarke is recruiting a Defendant Clinical Negligence Solicitor in Sheffield for a hybrid role. The successful candidate will handle defence of medical treatment claims, review records and advise on liability and quantum.

Open to NQ–3 PQE with relevant healthcare litigation experience, strong drafting and client communication skills. Salary up to £60,000 depending on experience; precise client mix and office attendance can be discussed.

Qualifications

• NQ–3 PQE, with a training seat in clinical negligence or healthcare litigation.
• Clear drafting and strong organisational skills are required.
• Experience communicating with patients/healthcare professionals and counsel is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Defend claims arising from medical treatment, reviewing clinical records and analysing breach and causation.
• Obtain expert input and prepare liability and quantum advice; assist with pleadings and witness evidence.
• Coordinate with counsel and manage matters appropriate to experience.

Skills

NQ–3 PQE

Clinical negligence

Healthcare litigation

Drafting

Education

NQ solicitor training seat

Job description

Cape Clarke is recruiting a Defendant Clinical Negligence Solicitor in Sheffield for a hybrid role. The successful candidate will handle defence of medical treatment claims, review records and advise on liability and quantum.

Open to NQ–3 PQE with relevant healthcare litigation experience, strong drafting and client communication skills. Salary up to £60,000 depending on experience; precise client mix and office attendance can be discussed.