Job Description
Credit Hire Solicitor
Newcastle Hybrid Working
Full-time, Permanent
Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
£35,000£45,000 (negotiable depending on experience)
Are you a qualified solicitor with proven credit hire experience looking to take the next step in your career?
Were looking for a Credit Hire Solicitor to join a growing team and take ownership of a fast-paced caseload of fast-track credit hire litigation files. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a busy legal environment, enjoys problem-solving, and has a keen eye for detail.
What Youll Be Doing
* Managing a caseload of fast-track credit hire litigation claims.
* Reviewing case information and making decisions on case progression.
* Managing key dates and ensuring deadlines are met.
* Liaising with clients, insurers, solicitors, and courts.
* Preparing cases for issue, CMCs, assessments of damages, and trials.
* Negotiating settlements and analysing key credit hire issues such as rate, need, and enforceability.
* Providing regular updates to clients and the wider team.
What Were Looking For
1. Qualified solicitor with previous credit hire experience this is essential.
2. Strong understanding of liability, causation, and quantum issues.
3. Confident in draft...