We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Clinical Negligence and Personal Injury team in Bristol. This role provides comprehensive legal and administrative support to three fee earners, assisting with case progression while managing essential departmental administrative functions.
This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with prior experience in Clinical Negligence or Personal Injury who is looking to further develop their expertise within a supportive and professional environment.
Key Responsibilities
Legal & Case Support
Provide direct support to three fee earners in progressing clinical negligence and personal injury matters
Draft routine correspondence and assist with preparation of legal documentation
Communicate with clients, medical experts, courts, and third parties under supervision
Liaise with courts and medical professionals to assist with case progression
Organise and maintain accurate physical and digital case files
Monitor key dates and deadlines, ensuring timely reminders and follow-ups
Conduct basic legal research where required
Assist with preparation of routine legal documents and case bundles
Ensure compliance with firm policies, procedures, and professional standards
Administrative Responsibilities
Open, scan, and distribute incoming post
Prepare and dispatch outgoing departmental correspondence
Accurately scan, upload, and manage medical records (including hard copy and CD formats) for disclosure, expert review, or audit purposes
Maintain well-organised filing systems (electronic and paper-based)
Provide general administrative support including photocopying, data entry, and ad hoc tasks as required
Compliance & Professional Standards
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Clinical Negligence law
Meet agreed billing and productivity targets
Follow best practice procedures to mitigate professional negligence risk
Provide support to colleagues during periods of absence (e.g., holiday or sickness)
Handle all client matters professionally and efficiently