Clinical Negligence Solicitor

Clinical Negligence Senior Solicitor - London - Up to £90,000

A leading, well-established law firm with a strong reputation in healthcare litigation is looking to appoint a Clinical Negligence Senior Solicitor to join its growing London team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Clinical Negligence Senior Solicitor to work within a specialist defendant healthcare litigation practice acting for major healthcare providers, insurers and public sector organisations on a wide range of complex and high-value clinical negligence matters in London.

You'll join a collaborative, forward-thinking team handling high-quality work with strong support, genuine progression opportunities and involvement in client development activity.

The Role:

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• Managing litigated and pre-litigated defendant clinical negligence claims
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• Acting for healthcare organisations, insurers and public sector clients
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• Investigating claims to assess liability and quantum
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• Drafting pleadings, reports, witness statements and correspondence
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• Instructing counsel and medical experts
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• Attending hearings, CMCs, mediations and trials
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• Negotiating settlements and supporting resolution strategy
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• Liaising with clients, experts, counsel and other stakeholders
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• Ensuring accurate case progression, deadlines and compliance
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• Supporting business development, training and client initiatives
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• Assisting with supervision and mentoring where appropriate
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About You:

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• Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years' PQE
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• Experience in clinical negligence or healthcare litigation
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• Defendant experience preferred (claimant background considered)
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• Strong understanding of CPR and litigation processes
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• Confident handling complex and high-value cases
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• Strong analytical skills, particularly with medical evidence
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• Excellent organisation and time management
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• Strong communicator with a professional client approach
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• Able to work independently and as part of a team
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Benefits:

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• Salary up to £90,000 depending on experience
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• 25 days' annual leave + bank holidays (option to buy/sell)
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• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
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• Annual bonus scheme
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• Private medical insurance options
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• Life assurance 4x salary
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• Pension scheme and financial wellbeing support
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• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work scheme
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• Supportive and inclusive working culture
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Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone.

Contact Danielle Lawton Retained Consultant

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Email: [email protected]

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