Solicitor - Catastrophic Loss

Why join us?

Our Catastrophic Loss team at DWF are currently recruiting for a Solicitor to join our London team.

The Catastrophic Loss team at DWF is one of the largest in the UK and is nationally recognised. We act for a large number of well-known insurers, many of whom are household names, dealing with complex, catastrophic and large loss claims. The team deals with a range of high value files with values from £50k up to £20m, including Road Traffic Accidents (RTAs) and Employers Liability (EL) / Public Liability (PL) matters.

Responsibilities

• Handling a multi-track defendant personal injury caseload, in addition to assisting senior team members on high value complex cases.
• Drafting pleadings, reports to clients, attending court hearings, working to court deadlines, liability investigations, gathering evidence, instructing experts and considering interesting medical causation issues.
• Prioritising work effectively and maximising efficiency in working practices, adhering to court deadlines and directions, as well as the client's service level agreements.
• Building working relationships internally and externally in order to maintain client relationships, developing business networks and creating a solid understanding of the Firm's direction and client needs.

What will help you succeed in this role?

Essential

• A newly qualified or experienced Solicitor.
• Technically experienced in and a real interest in Employers Liability, Public Liability, RTA and catastrophic injury work.
• Experience handling or assisting on multi-track personal injury cases, including EL/PL or RTA matters.
• Strong technical knowledge of personal injury law, liability, and quantum assessment.
• Exceptional analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• A commitment to delivering outstanding service and results.

What we offer?

We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time atDWF.

We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you're excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn't align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.

About us

DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. Our approach delivers efficiency, price certainty and transparency for our clients across the world without compromising on quality or service. Our purpose is to deliver positive outcomes with our colleagues, clients and communities and we foster a culture that places our colleagues at the centre of all that we do.