NQ Solicitor – Defendant Clinical Negligence (Hybrid)

DWF LLP; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Well-being programs

Hybrid working model

Job summary

DWF LLP is seeking an experienced Solicitor or NQ Solicitor with Clinical Negligence expertise to join our Healthcare Team in a hybrid role across UK offices. You will manage a portfolio of defendant clinical negligence matters for private insurers, delivering high-quality legal advice and representation.

The successful candidate will possess 1+ years PQE in defendant clinical negligence and excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills, with the ability to handle a high-volume caseload

Qualifications

• 1+ years PQE in Defendant Clinical Negligence.
• NQ solicitors with Clinical Negligence experience from training or previous roles accepted.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload effectively and efficiently.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of high-value defendant clinical negligence matters from inception to resolution.
• Provide expert legal advice on clinical negligence claims, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating case documents.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support case strategy and decision-making.
• Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, witness statements, and correspondence.
• Liaise with clients, medical professionals, and experts to gather information and evidence.
• Attend court hearings, mediations and settlement negotiations as required.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files and documentation.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Healthcare Team to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Identify opportunities for Business Development.
• Assist with client care matters as required.

Skills

Clinical Negligence

Defendant work

Drafting & Negotiation

Communication skills

Job description

DWF LLP is seeking an experienced Solicitor or NQ Solicitor with Clinical Negligence expertise to join our Healthcare Team in a hybrid role across UK offices. You will manage a portfolio of defendant clinical negligence matters for private insurers, delivering high-quality legal advice and representation.

The successful candidate will possess 1+ years PQE in defendant clinical negligence and excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills, with the ability to handle a high-volume caseload