Casualty Commercial Lawyer

Company: Weightmans
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Overview

You will manage a caseload of litigated casualty claims (EL/PL), working both independently and with senior case handlers. You’ll handle disclosure, drafting, research, and client communications while supporting court preparations and fee-earner tasks. The role sits within a national casualty practice known for expert defendant litigation and cross-team collaboration. You’ll build strong client relationships, contribute to business development, and have opportunities for progression in a top national law firm. This is a dynamic, change-ready role with a proactive, problem-solving mindset at its core.

Pay / Benefits

  • excellent progression opportunities
  • award-winning organisation
  • leading national law firm
  • strong international capabilities
  • top employer recognition

Responsibilities

  • Manage a caseload of litigated EL/PL casualty claims, covering liability and quantum
  • Oversee disclosure documents and related process
  • Assist with general case management, legal research, witness statements, client reports, and court preparation
  • Attend client meetings and court hearings
  • Support instruction of Counsel and expert witnesses
  • Respond to client and external correspondence promptly, with or without supervision
  • Achieve financial and chargeable targets
  • Support the team’s business development activities

Key requirements

  • Current experience handling EL/PL casualty claims as a Solicitor
  • Proactive, forward-thinking mindset
  • Willingness to ask questions and engage with the team
  • Experience handling own casualty caseload
  • Strong drafting skills
  • Good influencing and communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities
  • Solid IT skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Strong time management, organisation, attention to detail
  • Ability to multi-task and meet strict deadlines
  • Ability to work both in a team and on own initiative
  • Knowledge of CPR procedures with proven technical ability
  • proactive mindset
  • flexibility/adaptability
  • clear communication
  • legal drafting
  • legal research
  • case management

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Posted: October 1st, 2026