Negligence Solicitor

Law Staff Legal Recruitment Ltd; Longstanton; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm seeks a Medical Negligence Solicitor with 2-4 years PQE to join their established Clinical Negligence team. This role offers the chance to manage a diverse caseload in a firm renowned for its focus on training and career growth. Ideal candidates will bring strong legal advocacy skills and a commitment to ensuring access to justice.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent career development opportunities

Strong focus on training and professional growth

Modern Central London offices

Qualifications

• 2-4 years PQE as a Medical Negligence Solicitor.
• Experience in handling inquests, psychiatric injury, fatal cases, and Human Rights Act claims.
• Passion for access to justice.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of medical negligence claims including inquests and Human Rights Act claims.
• Conduct legal research, case preparation, and client advocacy.
• Provide clear legal advice and represent clients at inquests.

Skills

Client care skills

Legal research

Drafting

Advocacy

Job description

Medical Negligence Solicitor required, hybrid working is available. The firm offer excellent career development opportunities and a strong focus ontraining and professional growth.

About The Firm:

My client is a highly regarded law firm with a strong national reputation for clinical negligence and medical negligence claims. Their Clinical Negligence department is one of the leading teams in the country, offering expert legal representation in complex and high-profile cases. Due to recent successes, my client is expanding the department and seeking a Medical Negligence Solicitor (2-4 years PQE) to join their growing team.

Position Overview:

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked team of expert solicitors. The successful candidate will handle a varied and challenging caseload, working on inquests, psychiatric and fatal cases, and claims involving Human Rights Act issues. A passion for access to justice and a strong background in medical negligence litigation are essential.

Key Responsibilities of the Negligence Solicitor:


• Manage a caseload of medical negligence claims, including inquests, psychiatric injury, fatal cases, and Human Rights Act claims.
• Conduct legal research, case preparation, and client advocacy.
• Work closely with medical experts and counsel to develop case strategy.
• Support and represent clients at inquests and hearings.
• Provide clear, compassionate, and expert legal advice to clients.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and procedural requirements.
• Contribute to the growth and success of the Clinical Negligence department.

Requirements of the Negligence Solicitor:

Essential:
• 2-4 years PQE as a Medical Negligence Solicitor.
• Experience handling inquests, psychiatric injury, fatal cases, and Human Rights Act claims.
• Strong client care skills with a compassionate and empathetic approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent legal research, drafting, and advocacy skills.
• A genuine passion for access to justice.

Desirable:
• Experience working on high-profile and complex medical negligence claims.
• Familiarity with Legal Aid funding and alternative dispute resolution in clinical negligence cases.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Excellent career development opportunities
• Strong focus on training and professional growth
• Modern Central London offices with excellent IT facilities and support

If you're a Negligence Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively contact Shabir at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 36983.


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