Legal Southwest Ltd
Are you an experienced Personal Injury Lawyer looking for the opportunity to manage your own caseload within a specialist and growing department?
Our client are seeking an experienced Personal Injury File Handlers to join their busy Military Deafness team based in Plymouth. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer to take ownership of a caseload of Military Deafness claims and play a key role in progressing matters through litigation.
Why Join Our Client?
Established and highly regarded within its specialist field, our client has built an excellent reputation for delivering exceptional results for clients across England and Wales. The firm combines national reach with a supportive and collaborative working culture, offering employees the opportunity to work alongside experienced legal professionals on high-quality and often complex matters. Despite its continued growth and success, the firm remains committed to investing in its people, providing ongoing training, career development opportunities and a positive working environment where contributions are recognised and valued. Employees benefit from approachable leadership, strong team support and the chance to develop their careers within a well-respected and forward-thinking legal practice.
The Role
You will be responsible for managing your own caseload of Military Deafness claims from inception through to conclusion, including the preparation and conduct of litigated matters. Successful candidates will be expected to work independently and confidently issue and progress court proceedings where required.
You will be supported by your own Legal Assistant, allowing you to focus on delivering excellent outcomes for clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a caseload of Military Deafness claims
- Conducting litigation and issuing court proceedings
- Advising clients throughout the claims process
- Drafting legal documents and correspondence
- Negotiating settlements where appropriate
- Maintaining high standards of client care
- Working autonomously while contributing to a collaborative team environment
Essential Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer with practising rights
- Previous experience handling Personal Injury claims
- Ability to manage a caseload independently
- Experience of litigating claims and issuing proceedings
- Strong communication and client care skills
- Excellent organisational and case management abilities
Desirable Experience
- Military Deafness claims experience
- Industrial Disease and/or Industrial Deafness claims experience
- Experience working within a high-volume claimant Personal Injury environment
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays + Christmas closing
- Workplace pension
- Free parking
- Dedicated Legal Assistant support
- Flexible working considered for the right candidate
- Full-time, permanent position
Working Hours
Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
The firm would ideally like candidates to be office-based; however, full-time flexible working arrangements will be considered where appropriate.
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