Personal Injury Solicitor
Personal Injury Solicitor
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Job Description
About the Opportunity
We are recruiting for an Associate Personal Injury Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer to join a leading Yorkshire law firm with over 20 branches across the region. This is a unique opportunity to specialise in military personal injury matters working on high-profile and politically sensitive cases within a supportive and established team environment.
The Role
- Military personal injury caseload: Managing a diverse portfolio of military claims under supervision including defective equipment training injuries and cold injuries
- Ministry of Defence claims: Bringing complex claims against the MOD and handling applications/appeals relating to Armed Forces Compensation Scheme and Armed Forces Pension Schemes
- Assault and discrimination cases: Managing sensitive cases involving bullying harassment and discrimination within military settings
- AFCS claims management: Handling Armed Forces Compensation Scheme claims with expertise in military-specific procedures and regulations
- Noise induced hearing loss: Specialising in hearing loss claims specific to military environments and equipment exposure
- Case preparation and advocacy: Preparing comprehensive case files liaising with medical experts and representing clients at hearings
- Client care and communication: Providing compassionate support to military personnel and veterans throughout their claims journey
- Legal research and analysis: Conducting detailed research into military law regulations and precedent cases
- Expert liaison: Working with military medical experts occupational health specialists and military personnel
- High-profile case management: Handling politically sensitive cases requiring discretion and exceptional attention to detail
What Were Looking For
- Qualified Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer with 3-5 years PQE
- Experience in military claims and knowledge of MOD procedures preferred
- Understanding of Armed Forces Compensation Scheme and Armed Forces Pension Schemes
- Strong personal injury law background with litigation experience
- Excellent communication skills with ability to handle sensitive cases
- Proven ability to manage complex caseloads independently
- Experience working with medical experts and preparing expert evidence
- Strong analytical and research skills
- Discretion and professionalism when handling high-profile matters
- Commitment to providing exceptional client care to military personnel and veterans
What We Offer
- Competitive salary dependent on skills and experience
- Hybrid working arrangements for the right candidate
- Full-time permanent position with excellent career progression opportunities
- Supportive team environment with ongoing supervision and development
- Opportunity to specialise in unique and meaningful area of law
- Working with a firm that has 4.8-star rating from over 2800 client reviews
- Access to comprehensive legal resources and support systems
- Professional development opportunities within established legal practice
- Opportunity to make a real difference to military personnel and veterans
- Based in modern Leeds City Centre offices with excellent transport links
About Us
Our client is one of Yorkshires leading law firms with over 20 branches across the region. They are an employee-owned business with a strong commitment to excellence holding multiple accreditations including Lexcel quality mark. With a 4.8-star rating from over 2800 client reviews they have built an outstanding reputation for providing expert legal services across personal and business law. The firm is particularly renowned for their personal injury expertise and commitment to achieving excellent outcomes for their clients.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
