Property Liability Lawyer – Flexible, High-Impact Claims

Keoghs LLP; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Davies Incentive Plan

25 days holiday per year which can be

Family Cover Private Medical Insurance

Simply Health Care Cash Plan

WeCare - 24/7 online GP and wellbeing

Death in Service

Critical Illness Cover

PHI/Income Protection

Pension Contribution 5%/3%

Employee Resource Groups

Employee Volunteering Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Tech Scheme

Season Ticket Loan

Gym Flex

Discounts at Merlin Attractions

Job summary

Keoghs LLP in the UK is seeking talented insurance lawyers to join the Property Risks and Coverage Team, based in Bolton. You will manage a varied caseload of liability and quantum claims, taking ownership of files while contributing to the team's wider success.

Flexible working arrangements are available for the right candidates, with a focus on defending liability claims and advising insurers on property damage disputes.

Qualifications

• Previous litigation experience.
• Knowledge of property-related disputes.
• Ability to prioritise workload.
• Attention to detail.
• Experience with case management systems.
• Time recording and profitability awareness.
• Ability to work in fast-paced litigation.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing documents and preparing reports.
• Managing disclosure and evidence.
• Reviewing witness statements and expert reports.
• Conducting investigations.
• Instructing counsel and experts.
• Undertaking legal research.
• Drafting court documents and pleadings.
• Attending hearings, conferences and trials.
• Liaising with insurer and lay clients.
• Handling correspondence and settlement negotiations.
• Drafting and advising on Part 36 offers.
• Preparing applications and trial bundles.
• Supporting ADR, including mediation.
• Attending court appointments.
• Conducting advocacy in person and remotely.
• Ensuring compliance with SRA Standards and Regulations.

Skills

Litigation experience

Property disputes

Time recording

Case management systems

Attention to detail

Fast-paced litigation

Education

Law degree or equivalent

Job description

Keoghs LLP in the UK is seeking talented insurance lawyers to join the Property Risks and Coverage Team, based in Bolton. You will manage a varied caseload of liability and quantum claims, taking ownership of files while contributing to the team's wider success.

Flexible working arrangements are available for the right candidates, with a focus on defending liability claims and advising insurers on property damage disputes.