Job Description
Why join us? Interested in joining a supportive, inclusive, and diverse team in an international legal business? Our General Insurance team at DWF provides expertise in Motor & RTA and is currently seeking a Solicitor or Associate to handle a varied caseload of litigated Motor & RTA defender cases. We are looking for someone with a mixed defender caseload comprising Motor, Road Traffic Accidents (RTA), Employers Liability (EL), Public Liability (PL) and Personal Injury cases, raised at summary cause, ordinary sheriff court and Court of Session level. The role will involve reviewing evidence and quickly progressing cases to the end point, either settlement or proof, in line with client service level agreements. We will consider Newly qualified candidates for this position. The role can be worked from Glasgow or Edinburgh on a hybrid basis. Responsibilities As a Solicitor or Associate in our General Insurance team, you will engage in a wide range of activities, such as: Working with partners to manage a caseload of high value claims, compromising of a variety of defender EL/PL & RTA matters. Drafting pleadings, reports to clients, attending court hearings, working to court deadlines, progressing liability investigations, gathering evidence, instructing experts and considering interesting medical causation issues. Prioritise work effectively and to maximise efficiency in working practices, adhering to court deadlines and directions, as well as the client's service level agreements. Build working relationships internally and externally in order to develop business networks and create a solid understanding of the Firm’s directions and client needs. What will help you succeed in this role? Desirable Criteria: 0-5 years PQE, preferable within Motor, Road Traffic Accidents (RTA), Employers Liability (EL), Public Liability (PL) and Personal Injury. We will also consider NQ’s with an interest and experience in these areas. Technically experienced in and a real interest in Casualty, Disease, Personal injury, Serious injury and catastrophic injury work. Experience in handling high value defender personal injury files either in your own right, or as an assistant to more senior team members. Familiar with working in a commercial environment. 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 we are 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. If you're excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team. About us DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.
Desirable Criteria: 0-5 years PQE, preferable within Motor, Road Traffic Accidents (RTA), Employers Liability (EL), Public Liability (PL) and Personal Injury. We will also consider NQ’s with an interest and experience in these areas. Technically experienced in and a real interest in Casualty, Disease, Personal injury, Serious injury and catastrophic injury work. Experience in handling high value defender personal injury files either in your own right, or as an assistant to more senior team members. Familiar with working in a commercial environment.
As a Solicitor or Associate in our General Insurance team, you will engage in a wide range of activities, such as: Working with partners to manage a caseload of high value claims, compromising of a variety of defender EL/PL & RTA matters. Drafting pleadings, reports to clients, attending court hearings, working to court deadlines, progressing liability investigations, gathering evidence, instructing experts and considering interesting medical causation issues. Prioritise work effectively and to maximise efficiency in working practices, adhering to court deadlines and directions, as well as the client's service level agreements. Build working relationships internally and externally in order to develop business networks and create a solid understanding of the Firm’s directions and client needs.