Catastrophic Personal Injury Solicitor

Catastrophic Personal Injury Solicitor - Liverpool - Up to £45,000

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Catastrophic Personal Injury Solicitor to join a leading defendant insurance litigation team based in Liverpool.

The successful Catastrophic Personal Injury Solicitor will manage a caseload of complex, high-value personal injury claims while supporting senior lawyers on catastrophic injury matters involving life-changing injuries across a broad range of insurance disputes.

The Role:

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• Manage a caseload of complex and high-value defendant personal injury claims
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• Assist senior lawyers on catastrophic injury matters involving motor, employer's liability and public liability claims
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• Investigate liability, causation and quantum, preparing strategic advice for insurer clients
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• Review evidence and identify any additional enquiries required
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• Liaise with insurers, counsel, experts, witnesses and other key stakeholders
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• Instruct medical and non-medical experts throughout the lifecycle of claims
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• Draft legal documents including pleadings, reports, correspondence and settlement documentation
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• Attend court hearings, mediations, conferences and settlement meetings where required
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• Maintain accurate case records, action plans and key litigation deadlines
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• Support the development of junior team members where appropriate
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• Ensure compliance with the Civil Procedure Rules, rehabilitation principles and internal procedures
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• Keep up to date with developments in catastrophic injury and personal injury litigation
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About You:

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• Qualified Solicitor with 0-3 years' PQE
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• Experience handling defendant personal injury litigation, ideally involving motor or EL/PL claims
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• Previous experience of catastrophic injury or other high-value claims is beneficial but not essential
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• Good understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules and litigation process
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• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
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• Ability to prioritise a busy workload and meet deadlines
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• Excellent communication skills with the confidence to build relationships with clients and colleagues
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• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced team
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Benefits:

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• Competitive salary up to £45,000 depending on experience
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• 28 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

Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 0737 602 8332

Email: [email protected]

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