Senior Clinical Negligence Solicitor Defendant

Cape Clarke; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Clarke in Leeds is seeking a Senior Clinical Negligence Solicitor – Defendant to handle defendant clinical negligence litigation with a focus on liability, causation and quantum. The role offers hybrid working, with a salary up to £85,000 depending on experience and responsibility.

You will manage the defendant caseload, drive the evidence-gathering process, and advise on litigation and settlement risk while keeping clients informed as cases progress.

Qualifications

• 3+ PQE in clinical negligence
• Experience managing defendant clinical negligence litigation
• Ability to work independently with strong analysis and deadline management

Responsibilities

• Handle defendant clinical negligence caseload, assessing liability, causation and quantum, and develop a proportionate defence strategy.
• Direct the evidence-gathering process, advise on litigation and settlement risk, instruct experts and counsel, and keep clients informed as cases develop.

Skills

Clinical negligence

Litigation management

Defendant litigation

Job description

Senior Clinical Negligence Solicitor – Defendant | Leeds | Hybrid | Up to £85,000

An opportunity for a solicitor with 3+ PQE to handle defendant clinical negligence litigation in Leeds. Hybrid working is available, with a salary of up to £85,000 depending on experience and the level of responsibility.

You will take responsibility for a defendant clinical negligence caseload, assessing liability, causation and quantum and developing a proportionate defence strategy. The work includes directing the evidence-gathering process, advising on litigation and settlement risk, instructing experts and counsel and keeping clients informed as cases develop.

You should have experience managing clinical negligence litigation with an appropriate degree of independence. We are looking for strong technical analysis, practical advice and effective control of deadlines, costs and case strategy. Experience of complex claims and supporting less experienced colleagues will be relevant to more senior appointments.

The role is based in Leeds with hybrid working. The £85,000 figure is the upper salary ceiling; offers will reflect your experience, caseload and responsibility. PQE is a guide, and the role will be matched to your background.