Product Liability Solicitor

Location
England, London
Salary
£48000 - £55000 per annum
Posted
22 Mar 2017
Closes
18 Apr 2017
Ref
64244
Contact
Jon Cowdry
Job Title
Solicitor
PQE Level
2-4
Contract Type
Contract
Hours
Full Time

THE FIRM

Our client is a leading national firm with a strong reputation in insurance litigation work.

THE ROLE

* Assist in the case handling of files for partners
* Manage own small case load of pre litigated and litigated product liability cases
* Review case upon allocation and report to client/prepare internal strategy report as appropriate
* Attend site visits and carry out investigations direct with insured.
* Achieve set financial and chargeable targets
* Comply with Data Protection procedures
* Comply with other relevant policies and procedures

THE PERSON

* Must have knowledge of and experience in defending product liability claims whether personal injury and/or property claims arising from (by way of example) alleged failed components, unsafe products in the work place and claims in connection with a diverse range of other consumer products
* Must have knowledge of consumer and business contracts for the supply of goods and an understanding of the supply chain
* Experience in relation to recalls preferable
* Defendant litigation experience
* Qualified solicitor
* Knowledge of CPR procedures and have proven technical ability and record of achievement.
* Ability to work to deadlines and targets
* Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative with a flexible approach.
* Knowledge of Lexcel procedure
* Knowledge of interpretation of insurance policies

Lipson Lloyd Jones Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Please note our advertisements use PQE levels purely as a guide to the minimum level of experience required. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfill this kind of work.