Litigated Asbestos Fee Earner - Hybrid

Sacco Mann; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm is on the lookout for a motivated Fee Earner to join their esteemed Industrial Disease team in Bolton. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage litigated asbestos disease claims, providing invaluable experience in complex litigation. You will work closely with seasoned legal professionals on high-profile cases, reviewing documents, preparing evidence, and engaging in legal research. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about making a difference in the field of asbestos litigation, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Wellbeing platform

Cycle to work scheme

Season ticket loan

Retail and entertainment discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in asbestos disease cases or similar industrial disease work.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage pressure.

Responsibilities

• Review legal and medical documents and draft reports.
• Conduct legal research and prepare drafts for litigation.

Skills

Asbestos Disease Litigation

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Organisational Skills

Legal Research

Tools

Legal Document Management Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

A leading national law firm is seeking a motivated Fee Earner to support their highly regarded Industrial Disease team based in Bolton, managing litigated asbestos disease claims. This role offers valuable experience in complex litigation and the chance to work closely with experienced legal professionals on high-profile cases.

As a Litigated Asbestos Fee Earner, you will:

• Review legal and medical documents and draft reports.
• Handle disclosure and prepare evidence bundles.
• Investigate cases through witness statements and insured parties.
• Instruct counsel and experts.
• Conduct legal research and prepare drafts.
• Attend conferences and trials with counsel.
• Engage in correspondence, court appointments, and advocacy where appropriate.
• Produce client reports and advice.
• Liaise with claims handlers and internal managers.
• Meet performance targets and assist in team development.

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience assisting with asbestos disease cases, or similar industrial disease work.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organisational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage pressure and deadlines.
• A collaborative, proactive, and enthusiastic approach.
• Solid IT skills and willingness to work in a team environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and incentive plan.
• 25 days annual leave with the ability to buy extra days.
• Private medical insurance.
• Simply health cash plan & wellbeing platform (24/7 GP, mental health and financial support).
• Critical illness and income protection insurance.
• Excellent hybrid working with 1 day per week in the office.
• Cycle to work & Tech Schemes
• Season ticket loan and a variety of retail and entertainment discounts.

If you are an experienced in asbestos litigation and are interested in this Bolton based fee earner role, we encourage you to apply. You can contact Nadine Ali at Sacco Mann for further information on the role.