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Solicitor - Medical Negligence

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Irwin Mitchell

6d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Legal
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must have strong client communication skills, medical negligence experience, ability to manage complex cases, attention to detail, and the capacity to work independently and collaboratively.
  • You will manage your own caseload, assist on complex cases, identify key issues, propose solutions, and aim for interim payments to enhance client rehabilitation and care.

Requirements

  • The ability to take instructions from clients and give sound legal advice;
  • Demonstratable technical experience gained within medical negligence;
  • Demonstrable experience assisting seniors across high value complex cases;
  • The ability to manage own caseloads whilst maintaining exceptional attention to detail and seamless service;
  • The ability to operate independently and work collaboratively as part of a team to deliver the best outcomes for our clients;

Responsibilities

  • We currently recruiting for a talented Solicitor to join our medical negligence team based from our London office.
  • The successful candidate will be joining Partner Leena Savjanis team and work closely with our Senior Associate Georgie Cushing who has significant experience across birth injury cases as well as a broader clinical negligence caseload.
  • You will have the opportunity to manage your own caseload, whilst also assisting senior team members on the more complex high value cases.
  • You'll manage cases end to end and will therefore be expected to use your commercial and analytical skills to identify key issues and propose commercial solutions for our clients and wherever possible, you will aim to obtain interim payments, so that we can put rehabilitation, a care package and suitable accommodation in place before claims are concluded.
  • As a team, we are dedicated to improving the quality of life of our clients and work across some really complex cases, so this is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving, supportive and highly experienced team.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Solicitor - Medical Negligence position?

The ideal candidate should have a passion for medical negligence work, proven experience in high value matters, and the ability to take instructions from clients while providing sound legal advice.

What will my role entail?

As a Solicitor in the medical negligence team, you will manage your own caseload, assist senior team members on complex high value cases, and aim to obtain interim payments for clients to facilitate rehabilitation and care prior to claims conclusion.

Who will I be working with?

You will be working closely with Partner Leena Savjanis and Senior Associate Georgie Cushing, who has significant experience across birth injury cases and a broader clinical negligence caseload.

Are there opportunities for personal development?

Yes, joining our supportive and highly experienced team provides excellent opportunities for professional growth and development in handling complex cases.

What benefits do you offer?

We offer 25 days of standard holidays, a flexible pension scheme, paid volunteering days, health membership benefits, well-being initiatives, and options for hybrid working.

Is the firm committed to diversity and inclusion?

Yes, we prioritize diversity and inclusion in the workplace and have established various inclusion network groups to support this commitment.

What is the onboarding process for successful applicants?

All successful applicants must complete the employment screening process, including checks related to eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record, and financial checks.

How many days of holiday do employees receive?

Employees are entitled to 25 days of holidays in addition to bank holidays, and there are options to buy additional holiday hours.

Will I be able to manage my own caseload?

Yes, you will manage your own caseload while also assisting seniors on complex cases, allowing you to develop your skills and experience.

Is there any pre-employment screening required?

Yes, as part of the onboarding process, all successful applicants will need to undergo pre-employment screening to ensure eligibility and to maintain our standards on honesty and integrity.

Irwin Mitchell

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Law
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1912
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Irwin Mitchell is a company that operates in the legal and professional services sector, offering a wide range of legal solutions to individuals, businesses, and organisations. Their ultimate goal is to provide expert legal advice and support, helping clients navigate legal challenges, protect their rights, and achieve favourable outcomes. Irwin Mitchell's purpose revolves around delivering accessible and tailored legal services, advocating for justice and fairness, and empowering clients with the legal tools and resources needed to address their legal needs effectively. Through their expertise, they aim to make the legal system more understandable and accessible, ensuring that individuals and businesses can effectively protect their interests and rights.