Litigation Executive - Catastrophic Injury - Bristol
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What you'll do
- Support senior lawyers on some of the most serious and high profile personal injury cases in the UK
- Handle matters involving catastrophic injuries (brain, spinal, amputation, polytrauma, psychiatric injury)
- Manage high value EL/PL and motor claims
- Handle sensitive and nationally reported cases
- Manage group litigation and cross border investigations
- Prepare detailed medical chronologies
- Arrange expert appointments and conferences with counsel
- Assist with disclosure and evidence management
- Support the investigation and progression of large, complex claims
- Help to train and mentor a junior Litigation Associate
What they're looking for
- 5-6+ years' experience in personal injury defence litigation
- Strong background assisting on large or complex cases
- Confident communicator with excellent written skills
- Highly organised, proactive and comfortable working in a team environment
- Ability to handle sensitive, high profile matters with professionalism
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Litigation Executive - Catastrophic Injury - Bristol
A top tier national firm with a strong reputation in insurance litigation is seeking a motivated Litigation Executive to join its highly respected Catastrophic Injury team which is known for handling complex, high value defence work.
The Role
You'll support senior lawyers on some of the most serious and high profile personal injury cases in the UK, including matters involving:
- Catastrophic injuries (brain, spinal, amputation, polytrauma, psychiatric injury)
- High value EL/PL and motor claims
- Sensitive and nationally reported cases
- Group litigation and cross border investigations
Day to day responsibilities include:
- Preparing detailed medical chronologies
- Arranging expert appointments and conferences with counsel
- Assisting with disclosure and evidence management
- Supporting the investigation and progression of large, complex claims
- Helping to train and mentor a junior Litigation Associate
You'll work closely with experienced partners recognised as leaders in the catastrophic injury field, acting for major insurers, corporates and self insured organisations.
Candidate Requirements
- 5-6+ years' experience in personal injury defence litigation
- Strong background assisting on large or complex cases
- Confident communicator with excellent written skills
- Highly organised, proactive and comfortable working in a team environment
- Ability to handle sensitive, high profile matters with professionalism
Why Join?
- Join a Tier 1 catastrophic injury team working on nationally significant cases
- Exposure to cutting edge litigation, innovative processes and modern legal tech
- Supportive, inclusive culture with strong investment in training and development
- Opportunities for mentoring, progression and involvement in major client work
For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.
(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
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