Senior Clinical Negligence Solicitor Defendant

Cape Clarke; Newcastle upon Tyne; Ibrido; GBP 77.000 - 94.000; Tempo pieno

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Cape Clarke in Newcastle is seeking a Senior Clinical Negligence Solicitor to handle defendant clinical negligence litigation on a hybrid basis. The role requires a strong technical approach and the ability to manage a busy caseload.

With 3+ PQE, you will assess liability, causation and quantum, direct the evidence gathering process, instruct experts and counsel, and keep clients informed as cases develop. The position offers hybrid working and a salary up to £85,000 depending on experience.

Competenze

• 3+ PQE in clinical negligence or defendant litigation.
• Strong technical analysis and practical advice.
• Excellent organisation with deadlines and costs control.

Mansioni

• Manage defendant clinical negligence caseload in Newcastle.
• Assess liability, causation and quantum; develop defence strategy.
• Direct evidence gathering, instruct experts and counsel.
• Keep clients informed as cases develop; manage risks.

Conoscenze

Clinical negligence

Defendant litigation

Deadlines management

Legal analysis

Descrizione del lavoro

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

An opportunity for a solicitor with 3+ PQE to handle defendant clinical negligence litigation in Newcastle. 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 Newcastle 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.