Senior Lawyer - Asbestos

Thompsons Solicitors

Greater London

On-site

GBP 52,000 - 63,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

4,500 car allowance

Permanent health insurance

Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)

Life assurance

25 days annual leave

5 days additional leave over Christmas

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Cycle to work scheme

Subsidised sports and social club

Annual travel and parking loans

Financial assistance for professional

Job summary

Thompsons Solicitors in the United Kingdom is seeking a qualified Senior Lawyer to join our Asbestos team. You will manage high-value Multi Track asbestos-related disease cases from instruction through trial, delivering expert advocacy and client-focused service.

You\'ll supervise colleagues on technical matters, contribute to case strategy, and help maintain best practice in a compassionate, professional environment for clients facing serious illness and bereavement.

Qualifications

Qualified solicitors with asbestos litigation experience.
Strong track record in asbestos-related disease claims.
Experience with Multi Track litigation and costs.

Responsibilities

Manage a high-value Multi Track asbestos-related disease caseload from instruction through trial.
Provide guidance on case strategy and technical matters to colleagues.
Support and develop others within a collaborative team culture.
Maintain high standards of client care in sensitive circumstances.

Skills

Litigation

Asbestos claims

Multi Track work

Mentoring / supervision

Job description

Senior Lawyer - Asbestos

Application Deadline: 27 November 2026

Department: Asbestos

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Firmwide

Reporting To: ASBFWG6O1

Compensation: £57,679 / year

Description

We’re currently looking for qualified solicitors to expand our highly respected award winning Asbestos team, across our branch network. We act on behalf of clients affected by asbestos-related diseases such as mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis and pleural thickening, helping them and their families secure justice and support during incredibly difficult times.

The role

Working alongside our Head of Asbestos, who has over 25 years asbestos litigation experience, you’ll manage a high-value Multi Track caseload, handling all aspects of litigation from initial instruction through to trial, including complex cases issued in the Royal Courts of Justice, London.

As a senior lawyer within the team, you’ll also contribute to maintaining best practice by supervising and supporting colleagues on technical and procedural matters. This includes offering guidance on case strategy and ensuring quality and consistency in client care and case handling. While the role doesn’t involve formal line management, your expertise will play a key role in developing others and being a part of a collaborative team culture.

Our asbestos lawyers are known for combining technical excellence with empathy and sensitivity. Many of our clients are terminally ill or bereaved, and we pride ourselves on delivering a service that is both professional and personal.

What we are looking for...

We’re keen to hear from experienced, qualified lawyers who have:

A strong track record of litigating asbestos-related disease claims
In-depth experience of Multi Track work, including funding, costs, and complex litigation
The ability to supervise and support colleagues, contributing to a culture of shared learning and development
A compassionate approach and the ability to provide outstanding client care in sensitive circumstances

What we offer you

If you're seeking a role where your legal expertise makes a meaningful difference and where you'll be part of a specialist, supportive team, this could be the right next step in your career.