Solicitor – Catastrophic Loss
DWF
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Southampton • United Kingdom
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About the role
- Supporting a partner with a caseload of high value claims, comprising of a variety of defendant catastrophic injury, EL/PL, and RTA matters.
- 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.
- Providing support and acting as the 'go to person' for more junior members in the team.
Requirements
- 1+ years PQE
- Technically experienced in and a real interest in large and complex loss cases including employers liability, public liability, RTA and catastrophic injury work.
- Experience handling high value defendant personal injury files either in your own right, or as an assistant to more senior team members.
- Familiar with working in a commercial environment.
Benefits
- 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.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
drafting pleadingsliability investigationsevidence gatheringcourt hearingsclient reportingcase managementlegal researchmedical causation analysishigh value claims handlingcomplex loss case management
Soft skills
prioritizationefficiency maximizationrelationship buildingclient relationship managementteam supportcommunicationbusiness networkingcollaborationmentoringproblem-solving
Certifications
PQE