Personal Injury Assistant Lawyer

As an Assistant Lawyer, you will take on the responsibility of managing a full caseload of Personal Injury (PI) litigation files, closely supervised by experienced professionals. In addition to PI work, you will also provide valuable support in conveyancing and criminal matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a full caseload of Personal Injury litigation files under supervision while also assisting with conveyancing and criminal matters.

• Conducting and managing all aspects of your caseload, demonstrating sound judgment and decision-making skills, subject to appropriate supervision.

• Collaborating with experienced professionals who will provide guidance on complex decisions, ensuring the highest quality of legal services.

• Applying a solid theoretical knowledge of relevant legal areas and the ability to handle cases from inception to resolution.

• Playing an essential role within the team, contributing to the achievement of the Unit's objectives, even though the job does not carry direct supervisory responsibilities.

• Communicating clearly and effectively, a crucial skill for success in this role.

Person Specification

• You should have familiarity with PI law and relevant regulations.

• You need to understand evidence rules, the litigation process, and funding related to PI cases.

• Efficiency is key, as you'll be expected to work swiftly, accurately, and meet deadlines.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, including drafting abilities.

• Proficiency in file management, ensuring organised and efficient case handling, is required.

• You should be competent in using Microsoft Outlook and Word for legal documentation.

Thompsons Solicitors has been fighting for the injured and mistreated for over a century, using the law to keep people safe and change lives for the better. 

Leading civil rights lawyer, Harry Thompson, established Thompsons Solicitors in 1921 with a vision to use the law to provide protection for working people. Today, that vision lives on in our expert litigation teams who together form the most experienced personal injury and employment law practice in the UK.

Throughout our history, we have been involved in every major fight against unfair working practices - and we are still doing it today.

We believe that attracting talent that reflects the diversity of the communities within which we live, and work is a key part of our business, which is why we are an equal opportunities employer.