Solicitor - Clinical Negligence

You will undertake fee earning work and provide a profitable contribution to the work within the Clinical Negligence department. Ensure the successful development of the firm in line with the business plan.

Responsibilities

• Working on files as appropriate, including drafting letters, collating evidence, preparing cost letters and liaising with medical agencies.
• Preparing scheduling and witness and care statements.
• Conduct matters on behalf of Clients in line with their instructions.
• Management of support services, including supervision of Trainee Solicitors and Legal Secretaries. Financial control with particular regard to cashflow control through collection of monies on account and billing procedures.
• Understanding complex negligence claims and legal requirements.
• Providing regular updates to Client's on matters.
• Dealing with any queries raised by Clients on particular matters.
• Submitting required documents to court prior to trial.
• Collating medical and financial information with accurate attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Ability to use case management systems
• High standard of computer literacy
• Must be adaptable and flexible
• Must have good time management and organisational skills
• Ability to work amidst frequent interruptions whilst maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Fee Earner reward Scheme
• Internal and External Training and Development

Equality and diversity policy: This organisation strives to operate a policy of equal opportunity and to not discriminate against any person because of sex, race, colour or national origin.