Clinical Negligence Lawyer
Full TimeJob Overview
Are you an experienced Clinical Negligence Lawyer ready to elevate your career? Thompsons Solicitors — a firm with a proud history of standing up for the injured and vulnerable — is looking for a passionate legal professional to join our specialist London team.
What the role involves...
You’ll lead a varied, high‑value caseload of multi‑track clinical negligence claims, guiding clients from first interview through to resolution. This is meaningful work with real impact, where your expertise helps secure justice for those who need it most.
Your role will include:
- Managing clinical negligence cases with empathy, precision, and strategic insight
- Complying with the pre action protocol and court directions
- Instructing and liaising with medical experts and with counsel in connection with litigation, ADR, and advocacy
- Conducting negotiations and attending mediations and settlement meetings
- Handling interim applications and contributing to income forecasting
- Ensuring timely billing with support from our internal costs team
- Working independently and as part of a supportive collaborative team
Who we are looking for...
You’re a qualified senior lawyer with a strong track record in clinical negligence. You thrive in a fast‑paced, client‑focused environment and bring:
- Exceptional communication and client care skills
- Experience managing a diverse multi‑track clinical negligence caseload
- Confidence is identifying medico legal issues
- A commitment to justice and professional excellence