Catastrophic Injury Solicitor

A leading national law firm is looking to appoint an Associate Solicitor to join its highly regarded Complex Injury team in Southampton.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor looking to develop their career within catastrophic and complex injury litigation, working alongside experienced lawyers on a high-value caseload for major insurer clients.

You will gain exposure to a broad range of high-value, multi-track and catastrophic injury claims, including brain and spinal injuries, amputations and fatal claims across EL, PL and RTA matters.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and assisting with a caseload of complex, high-value and catastrophic injury claims
• Progressing claims from initial instruction through to settlement or trial
• Analysing complex liability, medical and quantum evidence
• Preparing chronologies and identifying key issues and anomalies within evidence
• Assisting with the valuation of high-value claims, including use of the Ogden Tables
• Drafting technical advice on indemnity, liability, causation, quantum and litigation strategy
• Taking witness statements and interviewing witnesses
• Drafting pleadings, applications and other legal documentation
• Instructing counsel and attending conferences, JSMs, mediations and trials
• Building strong relationships with insurer clients, insured parties, experts and other stakeholders
• Supporting and delegating work to junior team members

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience handling or assisting with high-value, multi-track personal injury claims
• Exposure to indemnity, liability and quantum issues
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to xwzovoh analyse complex evidence
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A sound understanding of the litigation process, court rules and relevant case law
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively to deadlines
• A professional and client-focused approach

Benefits

• Hybrid working- 1 day a week in the office
• Private medical insurance
• Permanent health insurance
• Critical illness cover
• Healthcare cash plan
• Option to buy/sell up to 3 days’ annual leave
• Gym membership