Clinical Negligence Solicitor
Leeds – £50,000 - £58,000
A Top 100 law firm with an outstanding reputation is looking to expand its Clinical Negligence department by adding a Solicitor with 1-4 years PQE.In this role, you will join a team that specialises in high-value, complex cases, including claims related to brain injuries, orthopaedic injuries, cerebral palsy, birth injuries, and more. You'll work on significant cases, such as a client receiving a seven-figure settlement for a knee amputation resulting from orthopaedic medical negligence. Another example involves six-figure settlements for women who suffered life-altering injuries during forceps-assisted deliveries.
As an Associate Solicitor, you will assist the Partner with high-value cases while managing your own caseload. In return, you’ll be part of a prestigious Legal500 law firm offering a competitive salary and an extensive benefits package.
Benefits include:
- Hybrid/remote working
- 29 days annual leave
- Enhanced pension contributions
- Life assurance (4x salary)
- Healthcare cash plan
- Subsidized gym/sports team membership (up to 50% off)
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- BUPA private health insurance
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Francesca began working for Douglas Scott in 2017, joining the National Insurance team. Her role involves placing Paralegals and Solicitors into claimant and defendant Personal Injury law firms in the London area and her clients range from sole-practitioners to international Law Firms. Francesca previously worked for an insurance company as a part of the Expert Liaison team, and so, has previous knowledge within the Clinical Negligence and Personal Injury market. She graduated from the University of Lancashire after completing a Primary School Teaching degree, prior to that gaining A-Levels in Business Studies, English and Religious Studies.
"Francesca has taken the initiative to approach firms I am interested in and has always taken action promptly and efficiently. She was very helpful in the lead up to my interview and I felt able to approach her with any queries. She always considers my situation and career aspirations and as such I trust her to put me forward for appropriate roles."
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Job Spec:
- Area of Law: Clinical Negligence
- Type: Private Practice
- Salary: £50,000 - £58,000
- Term: Permanent
- Location: Leeds
- Reference: 1026205
