Solicitor or Equivalent (Clinical Negligence Grade C)Location : Southport / HybridClinical Negligence Newly Qualified to Grade C SolicitorsJoin the exceptional Clinical Negligence team at Fletchers, where you will work alongside some of the most skilled and accredited professionals in the field, including members of APIL, AvMA, and the Law Society Clinical Negligence Panel.As a Newly Qualified to Grade C Solicitor, you will play an important supporting role in assisting Senior Lawyers with the management and progression of clinical negligence cases from inception to trial. Working under supervision, you will be involved in both pre- and post-litigation work, gaining hands-on experience in all aspects of case preparation and resolution.Your responsibilities will include managing delegated tasks, contributing to the successful settlement of cases, and mentoring junior team members, all while adhering to the highest standards of professionalism and client care.This is an exciting opportunity to develop your expertise and build your career within a growing, dynamic, and supportive team of clinical negligence specialists. If you’re ready to learn, grow, and make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!In return Fletchers can offer :35 hours working week.Bonus scheme (subject to targets being met)35 days holiday a year including bank holidays and Christmas Closure, with an option to purchase up to 3 extra days’ holiday per yearPension scheme with tax-efficient salary sacrifice option.Life Assurance PolicyMedicash policy to cover some dental, optical, and other medical expenses.Company sick payEnhanced Maternity, Paternity, and IVF schemesFlexible, agile working environment with a positive work-life balanceVaried calendar of funded company social eventsMonthly voucher awardsMain Responsibilities for the role :Accountable for :Running an individual caseload.Providing support, guidance, and assistance to the team to deliver outstanding service to clients.Contributing to proactive and commercial case management and progression across the team.Supporting the Team Leader / Head of Department in ensuring the delivery of the team’s financial and performance KPIsEffective and thorough time recording.Responsible for :Discussing and agreeing case tactics and planning with the Team Leader / Head of Department and team members.Identifying and driving cases which are ready for LOC, settlement, and service within the team.Working with the team to ensure that relevant information is being collected and collated to enable the progression of the case.Management of a caseload in a proactive commercial manner.Coordinating the progression of cases with all internal and external parties.Drafting legal documentation including LOC and letters of instruction.Negotiating settlement and the issuing and service of proceedings as required.Litigation of claims as required.Overseeing the documentation and correspondence produced by the team.Advising the team on any technical issues arising from their cases with support from Team Leader / Head of Department.The ideal candidate will have :Recent experience of handling a caseload.NQ-5 years PQE or equivalent experience working in Clinical Negligence.Excellent organisational and time management skills.Excellent communication and drafting skills.Excellent IT skills, especially in respect of Microsoft Office packages, Proclaim, and Excel.Excellent attention to detail.Strong commercial awareness within a legal environment.Ability to work well with junior team members, providing coaching and mentoring.Flexible and willing to commit to achieving results and meeting deadlines.Excellent Client Care Skills.About Fletchers Solicitors :Fletchers is a growing law firm specialising in personal injury and clinical negligence law, with excellent rankings with both the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. Following several acquisitions, we have transformed into the Fletchers Group, with ambitious plans for further expansion. Our culture is nurturing, designed to assist you in achieving your aspirations. We’re proud of our work on the Disability Confident scheme and are committed to providing a culture and environment where everyone can thrive.
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