Medical Negligence Solicitor Pursuer

Cape Clarke; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Clarke in Glasgow is seeking Scottish-qualified solicitors for pursuer medical negligence opportunities in Glasgow. Ideal candidates have around 2–5 PQE and relevant medical negligence, personal injury or civil litigation experience.

The work involves investigating allegations arising from medical treatment, reviewing records, obtaining expert opinions and assessing causation and loss, with the possibility of working on claims under Scots procedure in Sheriff Court or Court of Session.

Qualifications

• The role targets Scottish-qualified solicitors with around 2–5 PQE in medical negligence or related civil litigation.
• Experience in medical negligence, personal injury or other civil litigation is preferred.
• Ability to analyse evidence, draft clearly and communicate sensitively with clients.

Responsibilities

• Investigate medical treatment allegations and review records.
• Obtain expert opinions and assess causation and loss.
• Prepare claims under Scots procedure and support litigation in Sheriff Court or Court of Session.

Job description

Medical Negligence Solicitor – Pursuer | Glasgow | Salary guide up to £65,000

CapeClarke would like to hear from Scottish-qualified solicitors interested in pursuer medical negligence opportunities in Glasgow. The campaign is aimed at lawyers with around 2–5 PQE and relevant medical negligence, personal injury or other civil litigation experience.

The work involves investigating allegations arising from medical treatment, reviewing records, obtaining expert opinions and assessing causation and loss. Relevant experience includes preparing claims under Scots procedure, working with counsel and supporting litigation in the Sheriff Court or Court of Session.

You should be able to analyse detailed evidence, draft clearly and communicate sensitively with individuals and families dealing with serious injury or bereavement. Strong organisation and an interest in complex litigation are important. The level of file responsibility will depend on the particular opportunity and your background.

The indicative salary guide is up to £65,000, depending on the firm and relevant experience. Specific vacancies, approved budgets and working arrangements will be discussed confidentially.