Clinical Negligence Litigation Solicitor

Job Description:

Location: Leicester
Salary: DOE £40,000 - £60-000
Working Pattern: Full-time

A well-established and growing law firm is looking to recruit a Clinical Negligence Litigation Solicitor to join its specialist team. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor seeking high-quality work, autonomy over cases and long-term career development within a supportive environment.

You will manage a caseload of clinical negligence matters, handling files from initial instruction through to resolution, including litigated cases.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a caseload of clinical negligence claims

• Conducting case assessments, investigations and legal research

• Advising clients on complex and sensitive clinical negligence issues

• Drafting pleadings, witness statements and court documentation

• Managing litigation in line with the Civil Procedure Rules and relevant protocols

• Liaising with clients, counsel, medical experts and third parties

• Attending conferences, mediations and court hearings where required

• Ensuring high standards of client care and file management

• Qualified Solicitor

• Experience in clinical negligence litigation (PQE level flexible)

• Strong understanding of CPR and clinical negligence procedures

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

• Highly organised with the ability to manage a busy caseload

• Compassionate, client-focused approach

• Proactive and able to work both independently and as part of a team

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)

• Hybrid and flexible working options

• Bonus scheme

• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays

• Pension scheme

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Clear opportunities for progression

Interested? Contact Stan @ Simpson Judge on (phone number removed)