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Personal Injury Lawyer - OL/PL

Posted 5 days ago by Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Lancashire, Manchester, United Kingdom, M21 0
Job Description
Imagine joining a thriving law firm where your tenacity, ability, and enthusiasm are celebrated. As an Occupiers' & Public Liability Lawyer, you'll have the opportunity to manage your own caseload of predominantly pre and post-issue fast-track OL/PL cases. Work for a firm where you will be rewarded for your success through a competitive base salary plus a generous commission structure. No hurdles, no caps - your hard work will be recognized and rewarded.My client also has high quality non-CMC sources for all work, ensuring their lawyers only deal with genuine cases.Responsibilities
  • Managing a portfolio of OL/PL claims from initial instruction through to final resolution.
  • Undertaking detailed legal research and delivering clear, practical legal advice to clients.
  • Preparing and drafting key legal documentation, including pleadings and witness statements.
  • Negotiating settlements and representing clients at court hearings where required.
  • Operating effectively within a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
  • Working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve successful case outcomes.
  • Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant legal developments, legislation, and regulatory changes.
Person Specification
  • Demonstrable track record of billing while managing a litigated caseload.
  • Strong determination and resilience in progressing cases.
  • A proactive approach to advancing matters through litigation to secure the best possible outcomes for clients.
  • Experience handling OL/PL fast-track claims. While the caseload is predominantly non-portal, familiarity with the portal process is essential.
  • Sound knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules, relevant precedents, and litigation trends, with the ability to apply this knowledge strategically to achieve favourable client outcomes.
  • Proven experience managing litigated matters from inception through applications and procedural challenges to trial or final disposal hearings.
  • Previous experience using the Proclaim case management system would be advantageous.
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