Property Liability Litigation Lawyer - Flexible Hours

Davies; West of England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Davies Incentive Plan

25 days holiday per year increasing by

Simply Health Care Cash Plan

WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health

Death In Service – after 1 year

Pension Contribution 5%/3%

Employee Resource Groups

Employee Volunteering Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Tech Scheme

Season Ticket Loan

Gym Flex

Discounts at local retail outlets

Discounted Gourmet Society Membership

Discounted Tickets for Merlin

Job summary

Davies is recruiting a Property Liability Lawyer for the Legal department in Bristol, with flexible arrangements. You will manage a varied caseload of liability and property disputes for major insurers, handling matters from fire and water damage to boundary disputes and nuisance.

The role offers exposure to a broad range of property-related disputes and a market-leading client base, with a 35-hour week, Monday–Friday. Flexible working arrangements are available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Previous litigation experience is required.
• Knowledge of property-related disputes and insurance claims.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and meet deadlines.
• Degree level education and/or Post Graduate, preferably Law.

Responsibilities

• Defend liability claims and advise insurers on liability and quantum issues across property damage disputes.
• Review documents, manage disclosure and evidence.
• Review witness statements and expert reports; conduct investigations.
• Instruct counsel and experts; draft court documents and pleadings.
• Attend hearings, conferences and trials; liaise with insurer and lay clients.
• Handling correspondence and settlement negotiations; draft and advise on Part 36 offers.
• Prepare trial bundles; support ADR including mediation; attend court appointments.
• Conduct advocacy in person and remotely; ensure compliance with SRA Standards and Regulations.

Skills

Litigation experience

Property insurance

Time management

Case management systems

Attention to detail

Legal research

Drafting pleadings

Education

Law degree or equivalent

Job description

Davies is recruiting a Property Liability Lawyer for the Legal department in Bristol, with flexible arrangements. You will manage a varied caseload of liability and property disputes for major insurers, handling matters from fire and water damage to boundary disputes and nuisance.

The role offers exposure to a broad range of property-related disputes and a market-leading client base, with a 35-hour week, Monday–Friday. Flexible working arrangements are available for the right candidate.