Posted: 22h ago
The role
Senior Legal Assistant - Clinical Negligence (Fully Remote)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Clinical Negligence Senior Legal Assistant to join a growing and dynamic legal team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a varied caseload of complex Clinical Negligence matters while supporting clients through often challenging and sensitive circumstances.
The successful candidate will combine strong technical expertise with exceptional client care skills, demonstrating empathy, professionalism, and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting with the management and progression of Clinical Negligence cases.
- Taking initial client instructions and preparing draft witness statements.
- Drafting Letters of Claim, court documents, and other legal correspondence.
- Managing key dates, court timetables, and procedural deadlines.
- Liaising with clients, insurers, medical experts, counsel, and third-party solicitors.
- Attending conferences with counsel and experts, both remotely and in person where required.
- Taking witness statements relating to liability and quantum.
- Conducting legal research on liability, quantum, and other case-related matters.
- Instructing and briefing counsel and medical experts.
- Utilising the firm's case management system to effectively manage ...
