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Medical Negligence Solicitor

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The Role

We are looking for a compassionate and driven solicitor to join our award-winning medical negligence team, based in either Sheffield or Nottingham. You will manage your own caseload of clinical negligence matters and support partners and senior lawyers on complex, high-value claims.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing your own caseload of medical negligence claims, providing clear and practical legal advice from the outset.
  • Supporting clients through sensitive and life-changing circumstances, securing interim payments where possible to fund rehabilitation and vital support.
  • Assisting partners on complex and high-value cases, including fatal claims, birth injuries, delayed cancer diagnosis, surgical and spinal injury claims.
  • Reviewing case strategy with supervisors and collaborating with colleagues to secure the best possible outcomes.

About You

  • Around 4-6 years' PQE gained within a claimant or defendant medical negligence practice.
  • Experience managing your own caseload of clinical negligence matters.
  • Strong technical, analytical and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
  • Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to case management.
  • Excellent communication and client care skills, with genuine commitment to supporting clients through difficult situations.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading team and make a real difference to clients' lives while developing your expertise in a supportive and collaborative environment.

  • Around 4-6 years' PQE gained within a claimant or defendant medical negligence practice.
  • Experience managing your own caseload of clinical negligence matters.
  • Strong technical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
  • Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to case management.
  • The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication and client care skills, with a genuine commitment to supporting clients through difficult and often sensitive situations.

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