Solicitor for Police Forces

7 days ago

Manchester, United Kingdom Weightmans Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive to join our Casualty Police claims team in a dynamic and challenging role.

Main Responsibilities

  • Acting on behalf of various police forces, you will effectively manage and run a caseload of pre-litigated and litigated claims.
  • Specialise in defending civil actions against the police, including claims for false imprisonment, trespass, malicious prosecution, and Human Rights Act claims.
  • Assist the Team Manager and other team members with client development, client training, and networking.
  • Support and mentor junior members of the team.
  • Liaise with various parties, including other solicitors, insurers, experts, counsel, and clients.
  • Control diary and action lists and complete client MI procedures.
  • Attend court hearings, including conducting your own advocacy where appropriate.
  • Satisfy standards of client care in accordance with guidelines and directions.
  • Achieve financial and chargeable hours targets.
  • Comply with relevant rules, policies, and procedures.
  • Keep up to date with legal developments.
  • Work in accordance with Weightmans' values.

About You

You will be a qualified solicitor or legal executive with 3+ years PQE. We require you to have:

  • Experience in defending civil claims, although candidates with claimant claims experience will also be considered.
  • Ability to undertake advocacy as required.
  • Knowledge of the CPR and litigation.
  • Knowledge of police law desirable but not essential.
  • Excellent organisation skills.
  • Excellent time management skills.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Excellent IT skills.
  • Ability to work to strict deadlines and targets.
  • Ability to work as part of a team or on own initiative.
  • Flexible approach to work and a willingness to travel.

If you meet our criteria and are interested in this role, we look forward to receiving your application.

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