A prestigious private practice law firm in Liverpool is presenting an excellent opportunity for a Clinical Negligence Solicitor to join its esteemed Clinical Negligence Team. The successful candidate will represent healthcare clients in complex clinical negligence cases, playing a crucial role in achieving the best possible outcomes for them.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a challenging claimant clinical negligence caseload, including Birth & Head Injuries, Paediatric & Orthopaedic Negligence, Surgical Errors, Cancer Misdiagnosis, Cerebral Palsy Matters, Dental Negligence, etc.
• Exhibit a professional, proactive approach with strong client care skills and a sensitive, sympathetic understanding of clients’ needs.
• Oversee all aspects of Clinical Negligence work and occasionally provide technical expertise and guidance to other team members.
• Manage caseloads of varying types and complexities effectively.
• Assist with casework, including handling a range of Clinical Negligence cases issued at court and demonstrating an excellent understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules and protocols.
• Attend clients, take instructions, and prepare cases.
• Handle correspondence.
• Maintain accurate time costing procedures.

Ideal Candidate:

• Minimum of 5 years PQE in Clinical Negligence.
• Proven experience handling complex, high-value cases.
• Strong knowledge of clinical negligence law and litigation procedures.
• Excellent research and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality legal services to clients.
• Proficient IT skills, familiar with Microsoft Office applications and Proclaim.
• Experience in advocacy is an advantage.