Associate – Catastrophic Injury – Birmingham | Manchester | Bristol
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate to join a highly regarded Catastrophic Injury team, working on a broad range of complex and high-value personal injury claims.
Working alongside experienced Partners and senior lawyers, you will manage and assist with a varied caseload, including catastrophic injury, brain and spinal injury, motor, employer's liability (EL), public liability (PL), chronic pain, and sports-related concussion claims. The role involves both pre-litigation and litigated matters, with some cases attracting national media attention.
This is an exciting opportunity to develop your expertise within a supportive and collaborative team, handling challenging, high-profile work for a diverse client base that includes major insurers and corporate organisations.
The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to develop your expertise within a supportive and collaborative team, handling challenging, high-profile work for a diverse client base that includes major insurers and corporate organisations developments.
· Manage and assist with a caseload of complex catastrophic injury claims.
· Handle both litigated and pre-litigation matters.
· Draft legal documents, review evidence, and support case strategy.
· Liaise with clients, counsel, experts, insurers, and other stakeholders.
· Negotiate settlements where appropriate.
· Attend client meetings and contribute to business development activities.
· Work closely with Partners and senior colleagues on high-value and sensitive cases.
Benefits
· Exposure to high-value and complex catastrophic injury work.
· A supportive team environment with excellent mentoring and career development.
· The opportunity to work alongside recognised specialists on challenging and high-profile cases.
· A collaborative culture that encourages professional growth and long-term career progression.
Requirements
· At least 2 years' PQE as a UK Qualified Solicitor or be CILEX qualified with relevant experience.
· Previous experience in catastrophic injury defence litigation.
· Strong litigation, negotiation, and case management skills.
· Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
· A proactive approach with the ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively within a team.
How to Apply
Please apply for this role online or contact us at Spirehouse for a confidential discussion.
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