Higgs LLP
Personal Injury Lawyer
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About This Job
Higgs LLP
Location: Brierley Hill, England, United Kingdom
Work Mode: On-site
Industry: Law Practice
Job Description
Job Title
Principal Associate
Your Role
This is a rewarding opportunity working alongside highly experienced Partners and managing a diverse caseload of complex, high-value Catastrophic Injury matters.
We are looking for an ambitious and commercially minded solicitor to join our highly regarded Catastrophic Injury team. This is an opportunity to handle complex, high-value claims, support clients through some of the most challenging periods of their lives, and play a key role in the growth of a successful practice.
What You Will Do
- Lead a caseload of complex catastrophic injury claims.
- Deliver exceptional client care, combining legal expertise with empathy and compassion.
- Conduct litigation, negotiate settlements, and collaborate with leading counsel and medical experts.
- Mentor and support junior team members, helping them develop and succeed.
- Build strong relationships with referrers, insurers, and key stakeholders.
- Contribute to business development, networking, and raising the profile of the team.
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What We Are Looking For
- An experienced solicitor with a strong track record in serious or catastrophic injury work.
- A confident communicator and skilled negotiator.
- Commercially aware with a client-first mindset.
- Proactive, driven, and able to manage competing priorities.
- Passionate about delivering outstanding results and exceptional client service.
- Keen to get involved in networking, business development, and helping shape the future of the team.
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What Sets Higgs Apart
- Career progression: Transparent, meritocratic process for promotions.
- Continuous learning: Mentoring programmes, workshops, and structured development.
- Flexible working: Hybrid model, flexible hours, wellness days.
- Comprehensive benefits: Private medical, enhanced family leave, pension, life assurance.
- Inclusive culture: Employee resource groups, EDI training, Inclusion group.
- Strong ESG & community ethos: Carbon reduction initiatives, charitable partnerships.
- Celebrating our roots: Black Country values of Care, Legacy, Excellence, Authenticity, Relationships.
If you're looking for high-quality work, greater responsibility, and the chance to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
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