Solicitor/Associate

Davies Group; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Keoghs Scotland is seeking a 3-5 PQE solicitor to join our abuse team in Glasgow. You will handle a varied caseload of pre-litigated and litigated abuse cases for insurer and uninsured clients. It is preferable to have Sheriff court appearance experience and to act as instructing agent in the Court of Session.

Experience in sensitive and complex claims is valued. The role involves forensic review, liability analysis, drafting of advice and court documents, client liaison, witness preparation,

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of litigation experience.
• Experience appearing in the Sheriff court preferable.
• Experience in sensitive and complex claims preferable.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Forensic review and analysis of documents.
• Analyse liability and quantum and causation.
• Drafting advice and court documents.
• Client liaison and site visits; manage witness statements.
• Support partners and team with litigation strategy and directions.
• Assist with business development: articles, blogs, e-shots, presentations.

Skills

Litigation experience

Team player

Communication skills

Forensic skills

Prioritise under pressure

Organisational skills

Sensitive & complex claims

Job description

Solicitor/Associate

Department: Legal

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Glasgow

Description

Keoghs Scotland are seeking to recruit a 3-5 PQE solicitor to join our expanding abuse team in Glasgow. You will handle a varied caseload of pre-litigated and litigated abuse cases (Defender) for both insurer and uninsured clients. It is preferable that applicants will have experience of appearing in the Sheriff court and as instructing agent in the Court of Session. It is also preferable that applicants will have experience in sensitive and complex claims.

Key Responsibilities

• Forensic review and analysis of relevant documents.
• Analysis of liability.
• Analysis of quantum and causation.
• Assisting in drafting advice.
• Client liaison and site visits.
• Reviewing files to assess litigation strategy/ direction.
• Drafting court documents and correspondence to clients/witnesses.
• Preparing witness statements and instructions to experts and counsel.
• Assisting Partners and other members of the team where required.
• Assisting in business development initiatives, including drafting of articles, blog pieces, e-shots and presentations and attendance at relevant events.

Working Hours
35 hours per week
Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch.
Primary location for this role is the Glasgow Office although we operate flexible working.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Litigation experience between 3-5 years.
• Team player.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent forensic skills.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and to work under pressure.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Previous experience of sensitive and complex claims is preferable.
• Previous experience of time recording is preferable
• The ability to work as part of a team and independently.