Defence Litigation Solicitor – (Newly Qualified)

Solicitor, Defence Litigation – Newly Qualified

We are partnering with a prestigious law firm to recruit a Newly Qualified Solicitor to join their specialist Defence Litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-value cases, collaborate with leading legal professionals, and contribute to the firm's continued success—all while developing your expertise in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience managing a relevant caseload in insurance defence litigation.

Key Responsibilities

• Work alongside experienced solicitors to manage cases, including discovery, quantum analysis, liaising with counsel and expert witnesses, trial preparation, and legal research.
• Develop and manage your own caseload, proactively identifying next steps and working with the Lead Solicitor to implement agreed actions.
• Conduct witness interviews, draft statements, and prepare pleadings and applications.
• Liaise with all parties involved in claims, including insurers, policyholders, and witnesses.
• Instruct counsel and attend conferences, mediations, and Joint Settlement Meetings (JSMs), both remotely and in person.
• Represent clients in court, attend trials and settlement conferences as required.
• Meet performance targets while maintaining the firm's high-quality standards.
• Keep case management systems updated for client reporting and compliance.
• Ensure adherence to LSNI regulations.

Benefits

• Salary: £35,000
• Performance Incentive Plan
• 25 days annual leave (option to buy/sell up to 3 days)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Critical Illness Cover
• Income Protection (PHI)

For more information about this opportunity or other legal roles in Belfast and Northern Ireland, apply via the link or contact Ciaran Gallagher for a confidential discussion.

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