Solicitor

Collins Solicitors; Watford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Career progression

Job summary

Collins Solicitors in Watford seeks an experienced Personal Injury/Clinical Negligence Solicitor with 10+ years PQE to handle a diverse caseload from inception to completion. You will take instructions, liaise with clients and medical experts, draft documents, and negotiate settlements while ensuring deadlines are met.

The role offers a supportive team, opportunities for progression, and flexible working options, with a focus on delivering exceptional client care and outcomes.

Qualifications

• An experienced Personal Injury/Clinical Negligence Solicitor with 10+ years PQE.
• Strong knowledge of personal injury and clinical negligence, including litigation and settlement negotiations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client relationship skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive, organised, and client-focused approach, with a commitment to delivering high standards.
• Excellent IT Skills - familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing and progressing own caseload of personal injury and clinical negligence claims
• Take instructions from clients on all litigation matters on behalf of the Firm and subsequently assume responsibility for such work undertaken
• Liaise with clients, third parties, and medical experts
• Providing clear, timely advice to clients on liability, compensation, and other legal issues
• Drafting legal documents, including claim forms, witness statements, and settlement agreements
• Representing clients at hearings and mediations when necessary
• Ensuring compliance with deadlines and regulatory requirements
• From time to time to appropriately delegate litigation work to Trainee Solicitor and other junior staff employed by the firm
• Maintaining high levels of client care and satisfaction

Skills

PI/Clinical Negligence

Litigation & Settlements

Client Relationships

Communication

Team Collaboration

IT Skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Document management

Job description

Solicitor - PI & Clin Neg

Collins Solicitors is an award winning, multi‑service law firm based in Watford, Hertfordshire. We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Personal Injury/Clinical Negligence Solicitor to join our friendly and professional team. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional legal services to our clients who have been injured due to accidents, medical negligence, and other personal injury matters. Our team is committed to achieving the best outcomes for our clients while providing compassionate support.

The successful candidate will handle a diverse caseload, including cases involving accidents at work, road traffic accidents, slips and trips, and medical negligence claims. The role will involve direct client contact, working with experts, managing a caseload from inception to completion, and negotiating settlements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing and progressing own caseload of personal injury and clinical negligence claims
• Take instructions from clients on all litigation matters on behalf of the Firm and subsequently assume responsibility for such work undertaken
• Liaise with clients, third parties, and medical experts
• Providing clear, timely advice to clients on liability, compensation, and other legal issues
• Drafting legal documents, including claim forms, witness statements, and settlement agreements
• Representing clients at hearings and mediations when necessary
• Ensuring compliance with deadlines and regulatory requirements
• From time to time to appropriately delegate litigation work to Trainee Solicitor and other junior staff employed by the firm. To supervise such work given and generally provide sufficient experience in such matters to satisfy Trainee's training record
• Maintaining high levels of client care and satisfaction

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• An experienced Personal Injury/ Clinical Negligence Solicitor with 10 + years PQE
• Strong knowledge of personal injury claims/ clinical negligence, including litigation and settlement negotiations
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, protocols, and case law
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client relationship skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A proactive, organised, and client‑focused approach, with a commitment to delivering high standards
• Excellent analytical and organisational skills
• Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment
• Excellent IT Skills - familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package. Salary negotiable depending on experience
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for career progression and development
• Flexible working options

If you are passionate about personal injury law and helping clients achieve justice, we would love to hear from you.

Collins Solicitors is an equal opportunities employer.