Disease Solicitor

Disease Solicitor-Liverpool


We are currently recruiting for an experienced claims handler within a leading Disease litigation team, based predominantly in Liverpool. The team undertakes a full range of industrial disease work, predominantly on behalf of large insurer clients as well as for some self-insured corporate clients.

Initially, you will be required to manage your own modest caseload of litigated disease claims including noise induced hearing loss, HAVS, upper limb disorders and asbestos-related injury claims, whilst supporting Partners and Principal Associates with their caseloads of more complex work. This is an opportunity to join a well-established and experienced team handling a variety of work working with all levels of fee earner.

Main duties and responsibilities
· Manage a caseload of litigated NIHL, HAVS/WRULD and asbestos-related injury claims effectively, efficiently and with minimal supervision
· Assisting the Partners and Principal Associates with their complex and high value caseloads
· Draft full strategy reports and advices
· Undertake legal research and investigations
· Draft pleadings
· Attend conferences, court and client meetings
· Communicate with clients, counsel and other parties


Ideally, you will have previous experience of handling all types of disease claims but ability to independently handle NIHL, HAVS/WRULD and asbestos-related injury claims is essential. As the role is varied, we are looking for you to have a flexible approach to the work you do and be able to adapt to different tasks. It would be preferable but not essential for you to have/be:
· A paralegal, Legal Executive or qualified Solicitor up to three years' PQE or equivalent
· Extensive litigation experience with proven technical ability and record of achievement
· Ability to work to deadlines / targets, to prioritise and manage a caseload and deliver effective solutions
· Ability to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative with a positive attitude

Great salary and flexible working approach.