Senior / Principal Associate – Defendant Clinical Negligence
South West London | Hybrid working
I’m currently working on an opportunity with a highly regarded healthcare litigation team in London that is continuing to grow its defendant clinical negligence offering.
This team acts on behalf of NHS bodies and primary care providers, handling a broad mix of complex and high-value claims. It’s a well-established practice with a strong reputation in the market and long-standing panel relationships, offering lawyers the chance to work on some of the most challenging and sensitive cases in this space.
The Opportunity
- Manage a caseload of complex, high-value clinical negligence claims
- Work closely with experienced partners on more technical and severe injury matters
- Gain direct client exposure, including interaction with healthcare organisations
- Play a role in developing client relationships and contributing to growth
You’ll also have the chance to collaborate with colleagues across wider healthcare disciplines, including:
- Inquests and investigations
- Regulatory and disciplinary matters
- Public law and judicial review
- Mental health and risk advisory work
The Team
- Large, well-resourced national clinical negligence group
- Strong presence across multiple offices
- Recognised in the legal directories for its defendant healthcare work
- Known for combining technical quality with a collaborative team culture
About You
- Qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with strong defendant clinical negligence experience
- Ideally experience gained within a panel firm environment
- Confident handling complex, high-value matters, including severe injury claims