Keoghs LLP, one of the UK's leading insurance law firms, is looking for a talented Insurance Lawyer to join its esteemed Property Risks and Coverage Team, with a particular focus on Construction matters.
In this role, you'll work on some of the UK's most significant and complex property damage and insurance coverage disputes, collaborating with experienced colleagues on high-value, often multi-million-pound claims. You'll manage your own caseload while supporting lead lawyers on major matters, regularly involving claims exceeding £1 million.
Beyond case handling, you'll have the opportunity to strengthen client relationships by delivering training sessions, workshops and seminars to insurer clients. You'll also contribute to business development initiatives and prepare and present thought leadership on technical legal issues. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious lawyer seeking challenging, high-profile work within a supportive, forward-thinking and collaborative environment.
Offering flexible location options and hybrid working (one day per week in the office), this is an excellent opportunity to play a key role within a market-leading team.
Key Responsibilities
When assisting the Lead Lawyer, responsibilities will include:
Reviewing documents and preparing draft advices to clients
Crafting bespoke coverage advices
Supporting all aspects of the litigation process.
Analyzing issues of coverage, liability, quantum, and strategy
Conducting thorough investigations.
Preparing first draft instructions to counsel and experts.
Performing legal research and document searches.
Attending client meetings, strategy discussions, and conferences for note-taking and follow-up
Ensuring compliance with SRA Standards & Regulations.
For cases managed independently:
Handling all aspects of case management
Drafting applications and court proceedings
Engaging in settlement negotiations, roundtable discussions, and ADR
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Solicitor/FILEX with circa four years' PQE
Previous defendant property insurance litigation experience, ideally with a construction background
Thorough understanding of disputes and claims handled by the department and o...
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