Solicitor

Cordus Law; Birkenhead; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

24 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays

Birthday leave

Hybrid/home/office working available

Health care plan opt in available

Professional fee/subscription coverage

Employee referral scheme

Client referral scheme

Job summary

Cordus Law, a specialist practice in Birkenhead, seeks a Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive to handle military and industrial disease claims, with post-litigation PI/EL/PL experience considered. You will manage a caseload, advise clients, draft witness statements and represent clients in court, while supervising juniors and ensuring compliance.

The role offers hybrid/home/office working, a competitive salary and benefits, and opportunities to develop niche expertise within a supportive team

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or CILEX with current practising certificate (SRA) or CPQ and 2–5 years PQE.
• Experience in military claims and/or industrial disease is desirable; post-litigation PI/EL/PL welcomed.
• Strong communication, attention to detail and client care.
• IT literate with working knowledge of case management software (ideally Proclaim).

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of military claims (pre- and post-litigation).
• Analysing evidence and formulating case strategies with clients.
• Preparing witness statements and reviewing evidence.
• Representing clients in court.
• Supervising junior fee earners and support staff as needed.
• Maintaining high professional standards and regulatory compliance.
• Keeping up to date with law and practice.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Client care

Education

Qualified Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive with a valid Practicing Certificate (SRA) or CILEX Professional Qualification (CPQ); 2–5 years PQE

Tools

Proclaim

Case management software

Job description

Background:

Cordus Law is a specialist legal practice, assisting veterans and active-duty service members secure compensation for injuries suffered during service. We are seeking aSolicitor/Chartered Legal Executive, ideallywith experience in military and/or industrial disease claims, to join our growing team. Post-litigation PI/EL/PL experience will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing a caseload of military claims (pre- and post-litigation), corresponding with clients, insurers and other solicitors and liaising with Counsel and experts
• Analysing evidence and set case strategies encompassing both technical and commercial considerations and advise clients accordingly
• Preparing witness statements and reviewing evidence
• Representing clients in court
• Support and supervision of other fee earners and support staff where required
• Maintaining high professional standards and compliance with company and regulatory (SRA) policies and procedures
• Keeping up to date with law and practice

Person Specification:

• Qualified Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive with a valid Practicing Certificate (SRA) or CILEX Professional Qualification (CPQ); 2–5 years PQE
• Experience in military claims and/or industrial disease is desirable, however, post-litigation PI/EL/PL experience will be considered
• Strong communication, attention to detail, and client care skills
• IT literate with working knowledge of case management software, ideally Proclaim
• Flexibility, as working outside normal office hours may occasionally be required

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 24 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays
• Birthday leave
• Hybrid/home/office working available
• Health care plan opt in available
• Professional fee/subscription coverage (subject to your role)
• Employee referral scheme
• Client referral scheme

Cordus Law is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, with all decisions based on merit.

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