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El / PL - Solicitor - Litigator

El / PL - Solicitor - Litigator

MPJ Recruitment LtdEllesmere Port, England, United Kingdom
13 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join a well-established firm of independent solicitors based in Ellesmere Port, with convenient on-site parking. My client is a panel member of the Police Federation (the police officers' union) and represents police officers who have been involved in work-related accidents against the police force.

This role is ideal for a qualified Solicitor or Litigator with at least 3-4 years of experience in litigation, preferably in Employer's Liability (EL) or Occupier's Liability (OL) personal injury cases.

Key responsibilities include :

  • Managing a caseload of 130-150 fast-track and multi-track litigated and pre-litigated personal injury claims
  • Handling cases from pre-litigation to trial
  • Working collaboratively as part of a team, while also working independently under supervision to comply with firm processes
  • Utilizing case management software
  • Drafting court documents and witness statements
  • Preparing trial bundles
  • Ensuring cases are run efficiently and court directions are met
  • Regularly updating clients

The ideal candidate will have :

  • Previous experience in litigation, essential
  • Ability to meet strict court deadlines
  • Strong focus on client care and guiding members of the public through the court process
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to identify technical points in defences and evidence
  • Experience following instructions from senior staff and meeting internal deadlines
  • Proficiency in case management software
  • Self-motivation and the ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
  • Strong track record in settlement and litigation targets

    • The benefits package includes a minimum of 20 days' holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off (after 12 months of service), with an additional day of holiday per year of service subject to a minimum term. Free on-site parking is provided, and there is an excellent bonus scheme to reward your success.

    This is a full-time, permanent role with a competitive salary contact Bella Mori on 07786933200 for a confidential chat or email me [email protected]