Solicitor

Hudgell Solicitors; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudgell Solicitors is seeking a Solicitor or Legal Executive with at least 2 years of experience to join their Travel Litigation Department in Manchester. The role offers unique challenges daily, focusing on managing caseloads related to international accidents while ensuring high standards of client care and case progression. Candidates should have a solid understanding of personal injury law and excellent communication skills, with an eagerness to contribute to a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' PQE in Personal Injury and Travel Litigation.
• Sound understanding of relevant laws and case management.
• Proficiency in managing cases from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Run caseload of pre-litigation and litigated accident cases abroad.
• Progress cases effectively and manage client relationships.
• Engage in business development for department visibility.

Skills

Client care

Communication

Organisation skills

Education

Solicitor qualified

Tools

Proclaim

Case Management System

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Solicitor/Legal Executive/Litigation Executive (at least 2 years’ experience) – Travel Litigation Department

Manchester

Salary dependent on experience

About Us

Hudgell Solicitors has been fiercely committed to doing the right thing and to Righting Wrongs for more than 25 years.

We believe that justice is for everyone, and that the very best representation should be available to all who need it. That is why we: fight for our clients, stand up for the vulnerable, and give a voice to those seeking justice.

Our firm is award-winning and highly acclaimed, recognised as one of the UK’s Best 250 law firms by The Times for five consecutive years.

About the role

What you will be doing

We are looking for a Solicitor or Legal Executive with at least 2 years’ PQE or similar to join our Travel Litigation Department in our Manchester office.

In this role, every day will be a unique and exciting challenge that will include:

• Running a caseload of pre-litigation and litigated accidents abroad cases
• Ensuring that cases are progressed effectively, meeting defined deadlines, and complying with precedents and documents in our case management system
• Providing a high level of client care, respect and integrity in the management and progression of client’s cases
• Obtaining medical evidence when required and reviewing and providing advice on it
• Collating and reviewing documentation and evidence
• Managing all aspects of cases including time recording, billing and debtor management in order to achieve personal fee and chargeable time targets
• Actively engaging in Business Development to ensure high visibility of the department and wider company

Visit our client stories page to see the cases you’ll be working on.

What you will need

We are thrilled to offer this exciting opportunity and are looking for individuals with the following experiences, qualifications, and personality traits. We are eager to hear from a diverse range of candidates and encourage you to showcase your best qualities.

In the role you will need:

• Experience in a similar role and should be able to demonstrate a good understanding of the Personal Injury and Travel Litigation markets.
• A sound understanding of the relevant law.
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in all aspects of a case from beginning to end.
• Excellent communication skills, demonstrated by an ability to communicate accurately, clearly, and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Be able to demonstrate high client care/service skills.

It is desired that you have:

• Ability to work in and contribute to a team environment.
• Excellent organisation skills and ability prioritise a workload effectively.
• Ability to build and maintain good working relationships.
• Solid experience in using a variety of IT packages. Use of Proclaim, Case Management System, an advantage.

Who you’ll be working with

You will work with a recognised leader in the field Paul McClorry along with the rest of the Travel Litigation Team. Meet your future colleagues, by visiting their website profiles.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice

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