Personal Injury Lawyer - OL/PL
  • England,North West,Greater Manchester
  • Full Time, Permanent
  • Salary negotiable
Job Description:
Imagine joining a thriving law firm where your tenacity, ability, and enthusiasm are celebrated. As an Occupiers’ & Public Liability Lawyer, you’ll have the opportunity to manage your own caseload of predominantly pre and post-issue fast-track OL/PL cases. Work for a firm where you will be rewarded for your success through a competitive base salary plus a generous commission structure. No hurdles, no caps - your hard work will be recognized and rewarded.

My client also has high quality non-CMC sources for all work, ensuring their lawyers only deal with genuine cases.

Responsibilities
*Managing a portfolio of OL/PL claims from initial instruction through to final resolution.
*Undertaking detailed legal research and delivering clear, practical legal advice to clients.
*Preparing and drafting key legal documentation, including pleadings and witness statements.
*Negotiating settlements and representing clients at court hearings where required.
*Operating effectively within a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
*Working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve successful case outcomes.
*Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant legal developments, legislation, and regulatory changes.
Person Specification
*Demonstrable track record of billing while managing a litigated caseload.
*Strong determination and resilience in progressing cases.
*A proactive approach to advancing matters through litigation to secure the best possible outcomes for clients.
*Experience handling OL/PL fast-track claims. While the caseload is predominantly non-portal, familiarity with the portal process is essential.
*Sound knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules, relevant precedents, and litigation trends, with the ability to apply this knowledge strategically to achieve favourable client outcomes.
*Proven experience managing litigated matters from inception through applications and procedural challenges to trial or final disposal hearings.
*Previous experience using the Proclaim case management system would be advantageous.

For immediate consideration please apply now ,
Job number 3502009

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Company Details:
Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment
Company size: 50–99 employees
Industry: Recruitment Consultancy
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