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Clinical Negligence Solicitor (Defendant)

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About The Role
This Birmingham position suits a qualified Clinical Negligence Solicitor (Defendant) with NQ+ years PQE, joining a leading international firm's healthcare group. Working full time, the successful lawyer handles complex, high-value claims for private insurers. Duties span advising on liability and strategy, drafting pleadings and witness statements, reviewing medical evidence, instructing experts and negotiating settlements. Strong litigation knowledge, analytical ability and clear client communication are essential. The salary range is £50000 - £55000 per annum. Applicants must manage files from inception to resolution while delivering precise legal representation throughout proceedings.
Defendant Clinical Negligence Solicitor, NQ+ Years PQE, Birmingham
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Defendant Clinical Negligence Solicitor to join the Healthcare team of a leading international law firm in Birmingham. This role offers the chance to work on complex, high-value clinical negligence claims, acting primarily on behalf of private insurers.
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The Role
You will manage a varied caseload of defendant clinical negligence matters from inception through to resolution, providing high-quality legal advice and representation to clients throughout the litigation process.
- Advising on liability and case strategy
- Drafting pleadings and witness statements
- Reviewing medical evidence
- Liaising with medical experts
- Negotiating settlements
- Working alongside experienced colleagues on complex claims
- Contributing to client relationship management
- Supporting business development initiatives
The Candidate
Applications are welcomed from Newly Qualified Solicitors through to experienced Solicitors with a background in defendant clinical negligence.
- For NQ Solicitors, specialist clinical negligence experience gained during a training contract or previous role is essential. Candidates should have experience of complex clinical negligence matters, with at least one year's PQE preferred for qualified solicitors.
- Strong technical and analytical skills
- Excellent drafting and negotiation abilities
- The confidence to manage a demanding caseload while maintaining high standards of client service


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The Firm
This is an excellent opportunity to join an established Healthcare team within a leading international legal business, working on high-value claims for private insurers and developing your expertise within a specialist defendant clinical negligence practice.
- Hybrid working
- Flexible benefits package
- Wellbeing support
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If you are a Defendant Clinical Negligence Solicitor looking for your next career move in Birmingham, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
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