EL/PL Litigation Executive - From Denial to Settlement

Simpson Millar Solicitors; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson Millar Solicitors is seeking an experienced EL/PL solicitor to manage a litigated caseload from denial to settlement or trial within a busy, forward-thinking firm.

You will read and apply the LPU Litigation Policy, prepare disclosure applications, gather medical evidence, and draft schedules of loss while meeting KPIs and billing targets. The role involves negotiation with defendants’ solicitors and thorough trial preparation.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in managing EL/PL claims.
• Good track record of billing and time recording targets.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a litigated EL/PL caseload from denial to settlement or trial.
• Read and refresh knowledge of the LPU Litigation Policy.
• Prepare pre-action disclosures and valuations of medical evidence.
• Prepare schedules of loss and advise on valuation reports.
• Negotiate with defendants' solicitors post-issue and prepare for trial.
• Diary management and preparation of directions questionnaires, documents, and trial bundles.

Skills

Caseload management

EL/PL claims experience

Excellent communication

Billing targets

Job description

Simpson Millar Solicitors is seeking an experienced EL/PL solicitor to manage a litigated caseload from denial to settlement or trial within a busy, forward-thinking firm.

You will read and apply the LPU Litigation Policy, prepare disclosure applications, gather medical evidence, and draft schedules of loss while meeting KPIs and billing targets. The role involves negotiation with defendants’ solicitors and thorough trial preparation.