Solicitor – Serious Injury – Bristol – 2-6 Years PQE

Overview

In this role you will handle serious injury cases within a collaborative Bristol team, supporting high-profile, life-changing claims. You will manage intermediate and multi-track matters, coordinate with medical experts and Counsel, and progress litigation to meet deadlines. You’ll work closely with cross-functional colleagues to deliver client-focused outcomes while contributing to a supportive team culture. This is a growth-focused opportunity in a respected firm with hybrid working and a strong emphasis on professional development.

Pay / Benefits

• Hybrid working (2 days in the office)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Training and development opportunities
• Death in service
• Cycle to work scheme
• Bonus scheme

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of serious injury matters
• Handle higher value personal injury cases with focus on early intervention and rehabilitation
• Manage intermediate and multi-track claims autonomously
• Assist senior lawyers on catastrophic injury cases
• Maintain regular client contact including face-to-face meetings and Court visits
• Liaise with medical experts, Counsel and other professionals
• Progress cases proactively and meet litigation deadlines
• Value quantum and negotiate settlements
• Utilise the in-house case management system
• Stay updated on legal and regulatory developments
• Support a friendly, sociable and collaborative team culture

Key requirements

• 2-6 years’ experience in Serious Injury / Personal Injury
• Experience handling higher value or complex cases
• Excellent client care skills and a compassionate approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Proactive, organized and motivated mindset
• Confidence managing matters independently
• Strong litigation experience and ability to meet Court deadlines
• High attention to detail and accuracy

• client care
• communication
• interpersonal abilities
• handling higher value/complex cases
• litigation
• case management systems

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