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Form of workManchester city centre based law firm has an opportunity for a Solicitor (0-3 PQE) to join their Clinical Negligence department. This role would suit candidates who have experience of managing a caseload of the full spectrum of Clinical Negligence matters, or to have gained experience of assisting in such matters during a Training Contract.
The team includes members of the Law Society's specialist panel of Clinical Negligence solicitors and the Action against Medical Accidents (AvMA) solicitors panel.
Skills and knowledge required:
- Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales, c.0-3 years’ PQE.
- Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of legal principles and court procedures in relation to Clinical Negligence work.
- Prepare and plan cases at all levels of court in connection with Clinical Negligence work.
- Undertake advocacy before District Judges and where appropriate Circuit Judges in connection with Clinical Negligence work.
- Determine appropriately the need for experts, agents or counsel to be instructed upon issues which they are to address.
- Understand and put into practice LSC Franchise requirements.
On offer:
- Negotiable salary depending on experience.
- A minimum of 25 days' annual leave (increasing with length of service) plus office closure between Christmas and New Year.
- A one hour early finish, one Friday a month.
- Two days a year to do charitable work.
- The opportunity to get involved in sports teams, hobby clubs, and social events.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders.
- Annual promotions process open to all staff.
If you are currently a Clinical Negligence Solicitor and would like more information, apply online for immediate consideration.
