Senior Defendant Injury Lawyer

4 weeks ago


Southampton, Southampton, United Kingdom DWF Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Defendant Injury Lawyer to join our Catastrophic Loss team at DWF. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing a caseload of high value claims, including defendant catastrophic injury, Employers Liability, Public Liability, and Road Traffic Accidents matters.

Key responsibilities will include drafting pleadings, reports to clients, attending court hearings, working to court deadlines, liability investigations, gathering evidence, instructing experts, and considering interesting medical causation issues. You will also be required to prioritise work effectively, maximise efficiency in working practices, and adhere to court deadlines and directions, as well as client service level agreements.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have 2-6 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) and be technically experienced in and have a real interest in Employers Liability, Public Liability, RTA, and catastrophic injury work. You will also have experience handling high value defendant personal injury files either in your own right or as an assistant to more senior team members. Familiarity with working in a commercial environment is also essential.

What We Offer

We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF. We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed.



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