Healthcare / Clinical Negligence Solicitor (Defence)

The Opportunity

A law firm in Belfast is keen to attract a highly experienced Solicitor (or Legal Director) level to join their healthcare team. You will join a competitive team and handle a varied caseload of defendant clinical negligence claims, including matters involving doctors, nurses, private hospitals, and other healthcare providers. You’ll advise clients on complex medical, legal, and procedural issues, working closely with both insurers and insured professionals to achieve successful outcomes.

Your work will include:

• Managing a diverse caseload of clinical negligence and healthcare-related claims from instruction through to resolution.
• Advising insurers and their insureds (including hospitals, consultants, and medical practitioners) on liability, quantum, and strategy.
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and instructions to experts and counsel.