Assistant Lawyer

2 months ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Thompsons Solicitors Full time

We are looking for a Assistant Lawyer to join our team of dedicated professionals, within our specialist Asbestos unit, to provide advice and support to Trade Unions and their members**. **You may also be required to assist senior members of the team with complex and high value cases, such as mesothelioma claims and fatal cancer cases.

As a newly qualified lawyer or equivalent, you will be running a caseload of non-malignant cases and assisting with a range of complex and high value asbestos disease claims. You will therefore need to have knowledge of the law relating to personal injury and the civil litigation process. The role requires excellent prioritisation skills and meticulous attention to detail to enable you to construct clear and effective arguments, yielding the best result for our clients. You will need to show empathy and understanding, providing a professional legal service with a personal touch.

You will also be a team player and will enjoy engaging in marketing and business development opportunities.

No agencies at this time.

**We believe that attracting talent that reflects the diversity of the communities within which we live and work is a key part of our business, which is why we are an equal opportunities employer.


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