Solicitor

Cordus Law Limited; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

Hybrid/home/office working available

Health care plan opt in available

Professional fee/subscription coverage

Job summary

Cordus Law Limited is recruiting a Solicitor with 2–5 years PQE to specialise in military and industrial disease claims. You will manage a diverse caseload, liaise with clients, insurers and Counsel, and help shape case strategy from pre‑litigation through to trial.

The role involves preparation of witness statements, court appearances, and oversight of junior staff, with hybrid/home/office working options and a health care plan optional. Strong client care and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with a valid Practising Certificate (SRA) or CPQ, 2–5 years PQE.
• Experience in military claims and/or industrial disease is desirable; post‑litigation PI/EL/PL experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of military claims (pre‑ and post‑litigation).
• Corresponding with clients, insurers and other solicitors; liaising with Counsel and experts.
• Analysing evidence and setting case strategies.
• Preparing witness statements and reviewing evidence.
• Representing clients in court.
• Supervision of fee earners and support staff where required.
• Maintaining high professional standards and compliance with policies.

Skills

Client care

Communication

Attention to detail

Proclaim knowledge

Time management

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

Tools

Proclaim

Job description

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, 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
• Birthday leave
• Hybrid/home/office working available
• Health care plan opt in available
• Professional fee/subscription coverage (subject to your role)

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.