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Litigation Lawyer

Service Care Solutions - Legal
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 9 days
Location

Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 2JG

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Service Care Solutions is seeking an experienced litigation lawyer for a local authority in Derbyshire to manage a mixed caseload of personal injury matters.
  • The position offers a pay rate of £50-£55 per hour umbrella, depending on experience and interview performance.
  • Applicants must have at least 3 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in personal injury litigation, with a preference for those focused on defendant work.
  • Key responsibilities include managing various personal injury claims and providing legal advice across the local authority's claims portfolio.
  • The role operates on a 6-month rolling contract and includes benefits such as hybrid working and flexible hours.

Service Care Solutions is working alongside a growing local authority, based in Derbyshire, which is in need of an experienced litigation lawyer to join their team and handle a mixed caseload of personal injury matters.

The council can pay £50-£55ph umbrella. The rate offered will be based on experience and interview performance. This role will operate on a 6-month rolling contract.

Key Responsibilities Of The Litigation Lawyer Role:

  • Manage a varied caseload of personal injury claims, including but not limited to: Industrial disease claims; Noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) cases; Mesothelioma as well as other asbestos-related claims and Historic abuse claims.
  • Navigate and utilise the Damages Claims Portal effectively.
  • Provide expert legal advice and support across the local authority's claims portfolio.

Key Requirements:

  • A qualified solicitor, barrister or legal executive with 3+ years of PQE in personal injury litigation, ideally with a strong focus on defendant work (claimant experience will be considered).
  • Proficiency with pre-action protocols and the Damages Claims Portal is essential.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a client-focused approach.

Benefits Included With The Litigation Lawyer Position:

  • Hybrid working
  • Flexible hours
  • Weekly pay

If this litigation lawyer role sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes on , or email .

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.