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Keoghs Newcastle, England, United Kingdom

Keoghs is a leading law firm with a reputation for excellence in complex litigation. We represent some of the largest insurance providers, offering robust defence strategies in cases involving catastrophic personal injury. We are committed to delivering outstanding client service while helping to shape the future of legal defence in this complex area.

Location: Newcastle

• Type: Full-Time (although Part-Time hours, minimum of 28 hours per week, will be considered, permanent contract)
• Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience
• Ref: DAV-2462

We are always open to receiving interest from experienced Catastrophic Injury Lawyers specialising in defending complex injury claims. We welcome applications from driven and detail-orientated professionals who are skilled at managing high-value, complex cases and who are passionate about providing exceptional legal services in defendant motor insurance claims. Successful candidates will be able to work as part of a team on cases involving traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations, brachial plexus injuries, serious orthopaedic injuries and fatalities. Cases often involve providing detailed analysis of complex liability disputes and/or the indemnity position of various interested parties.

• Case Management: Working as part of a small team you will support one of the Lead Lawyers with their high value, complex injury Defendant caseloads. Caseloads will vary between teams – details will be given at application stage.
• Accountability: Communicating & developing relationships with clients as well as the claimant’s legal team. Maintain exceptional levels of service by proactive case management.
• Research & Analysis: Conduct thorough legal research and analyse medical records, liability documents, Part 35 reports and witness statements to prepare comprehensive, detailed and technically complex advice on indemnity, liability and quantum issues.
• Court Representation: Be part of a team representing clients in hearings, joint settlement meetings, mediations, arbitrations and trials.
• Development: Develop more junior members of the team, delegate appropriately, and guide in terms of technical ability and achievement of objectives.

• Qualified solicitor or CILEX (equivalent to 3-4 years PQE).
• Significant experience in handling or assisting large loss or catastrophic injury files.
• Defendant experience is preferable but Claimant experience at a sufficient level of expertise and seniority will be considered.
• Understanding of case law and litigation practice and process, and Court Practice Rules as relevant to high value claims; comfortable researching and analysing various legal principles to provide comprehensive advice.
• Strong technical knowledge on assessing liability, quantum issues, procedural issues (e.g., contested interim payment applications).
• Excellent organisational and IT skills.
• Good interpersonal skills to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to colleagues, clients and third parties.

• Professional Growth: Access to continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with a talented, supportive team in a firm that values integrity and innovation.
• Competitive Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package.
• Values: Our culture focuses on making Keoghs sustainable and successful for our people and clients, with four values at the heart of everything we do.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a leading team of legal defence experts, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and we will be in touch as soon as possible. If you have any questions about the role then please do not hesitate to get in contact.

• Davies Incentive Plan
• 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy & sell 3 days)
• Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) - can opt into family option within first month of joining
• Simply Health Care Cash Plan
• WeCare – 24/7 online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing
• Death in Service
• Critical Illness Cover
• PHI/Income Protection
• Pension Contribution 5% Employee / 3% Employer
• Employee Resource Groups
• Employee Volunteering Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Tech Scheme
• Season Ticket Loan
• Gym Flex
• Online Discount Sites
• Discounted Gourmet Society Membership
• Discounted Tickets for Merlin Attractions nationwide
• Discounts at local retail outlets

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Legal
• Industries: Law Practice

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