Clinical Negligence Solicitor
Purpose of the Role
A leading regional law firm is seeking an experienced Clinical Negligence Solicitor to join its specialist Clinical Negligence team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior or Principal Associate to work on high‑quality, complex matters within a supportive and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload of clinical negligence matters, including assisting on catastrophic injury and cerebral palsy claims, as well as advising clients in inquests and throughout the litigation process.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage a caseload of clinical negligence claims from instruction through to conclusion.
* Assist senior fee earners with high‑value and complex cases, including cerebral palsy and brain injury claims.
* Take detailed client instructions and assess medical and legal issues to determine case prospects.
* Prepare and review expert instructions and reports.
* Draft key legal documentation such as letters of claim, schedules of loss, pleadings, and witness statements.
* Maintain excellent client care and communication throughout each case.
* Ensure compliance with firm policies, risk management, and professional conduct requirements.
Person Specification
Essential Skills and Attributes
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a client‑focused approach.
* Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail.
* Capable of managing competing priorities and meeting deadlines.
* A collaborative team player with a proactive and positive attitude.
* Calm, professional, and adaptable under pressure.
* Able to inspire confidence and build strong, trusted relationships with clients and colleagues.
Technical Expertise
* Significant experience handling a varied caseload of clinical negligence claims, ideally including both litigated and pre‑litigated work.
* Proven experience assisting with or managing high‑value catastrophic injury cases (e.g. cerebral palsy, brain injury).
* Strong knowledge of clinical negligence law, procedure, and medical evidence.
* Experience managing cases through all stages of litigation.
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