Police Lawyer

Weightmans; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm is seeking a qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or Associate to join their Casualty Police claims team in Manchester. This role involves managing a caseload of civil claims, supporting clients, and assisting junior staff. Ideal candidates will possess strong advocacy skills, a deep knowledge of civil claims, and the ability to meet strict targets, contributing significantly to the firm's commitment to client care.

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE.
• Experience in defending civil claims preferred but not necessary.
• Ability to undertake advocacy as required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of pre-litigated and litigated civil claims.
• Attend court hearings, including conducting your own advocacy.
• Support and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Defending civil claims

Advocacy

Knowledge of CPR

Knowledge of police law

Ability to work under deadlines

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Qualified solicitor or legal executive

Job description

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We are recruiting for a Solicitor, Legal Executive or Associate to join our Casualty Police claims team in Liverpool or Manchester.

Acting on behalf of various police forces you will effectively manage and run a caseload of pre-litigated and litigated claims as well as assisting other fee earners.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Specialise in acting on behalf of various police forces, claims handlers and insurers in the defence of civil actions against the police.
• Manage a caseload of pre-litigated and litigated civil ‘malfeasance’ claims (such as false imprisonment, trespass, malicious prosecution, and Human Rights Act claims) as well as employer’s liability claims.
• Assist the Team Manager and other team members with client development, client training and networking.
• Support and mentor junior members of the team.
• Liaise with various parties such as other solicitors, insurers, experts, counsel and clients.
• Control diary and action lists and complete client MI procedures.
• Attend court hearings, including conducting your own advocacy where appropriate.
• Satisfy standards of client care in accordance with guidelines and directions.
• Achieve financial and chargeable hours targets.
• Comply with relevant rules, policies and procedures.
• Keep up to date with legal developments.
• Work in accordance with Weightmans’ values.

This list is not intended to be exhaustive and you will be expected to perform other duties and have other responsibilities that fall within the wider remit of the role. You will also ensure that you comply with the relevant Weightmans and client policies and procedures, and consistently work in accordance with our values.

About You

You will be a qualified solicitor or legal executive, 3+ years PQE. We also require you to have:

• Preferably experienced in defending civil claims but candidates who have claimant claims experience will also be considered
• Ability to undertake advocacy as required
• Knowledge of the CPR and litigation
• Knowledge of police law desirable but not essential
• Ability to work to strict deadlines and targets
• Ability to work as part of a team or on own initiative
• Flexible approach to work and a willingness to travel

If you meet our criteria and think this is a job where you could bring enthusiasm and commitment, then we look forward to receiving your application.

Any reference to experience or PQE in our adverts or job descriptions is to be used as a guideline only. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and with different levels of experience who can demonstrate that they fulfil the requirements of the role.