Solicitor - Defender EL/PL & RTA in Glasgow

Why join us? Interested in joining a supportive, inclusive, and diverse team in an international legal business? Our General Insurance team at DWF provides expertise in Casualty, Disease, Criminal Defence, EL/PL & RTA and is currently seeking a Solicitor to handle a varied caseload of litigated personal injury defender cases, under the supervision of Lynne Macfarlane, Partner and Solicitor Advocate. We are looking for someone with a mixed defender caseload comprising motor, employers liability (EL) and public liability (PL) cases, raised at summary cause, ordinary sheriff court and Court of Session level. The role will involve reviewing evidence and quickly progressing cases to the end point, either settlement or proof, in line with client service level agreements. We will consider Newly qualified candidates for this position. The role can be worked from Glasgow or Edinburgh on a hybrid basis.

Responsibilities

• As a Solicitor in our General Insurance team, you will engage in a wide range of activities, such as:
• Working with partners to manage a caseload of high value claims, comprising a variety of defender EL/PL & RTA matters.
• Drafting pleadings, reports to clients, attending court hearings, working to court deadlines, progressing liability investigations, gathering evidence, instructing experts and considering interesting medical causation issues.
• Prioritise work effectively and to maximise efficiency in working practices, adhering to court deadlines and directions, as well as the client’s service level agreements.
• Build working relationships internally and externally in order to develop business networks and create a solid understanding of the Firm’s directions and client needs.

What will help you succeed in this role?

• Desirable Criteria: 0-1 years PQE, preferable within Casualty, Disease, EL/PL, RTA or personal and serious injury. We will also consider NQ’s with an interest and experience in these areas.
• Technically experienced in and a real interest in Employers Liability, Public Liability, RTA, Casualty, Disease, Personal injury, Serious injury and catastrophic injury work.
• Experience in handling high value defender personal injury files either in your own right, or as an assistant to more senior team members.
• Familiar with working in a commercial environment.

What we offer?

At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organisation, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs. Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support.

About us

DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.