Associate​/Senior Associate - Claims

Overview

Capsticks has an established defendant clinical negligence team that operates nationally for NHS Trusts and GPs. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team delivering this work in London or Leeds and developing relationships with healthcare organisations. We are looking for applicants who have a genuine interest in healthcare, want to develop their career in this area of law, and seek a supportive and forward-thinking team.

Location Birmingham

Hybrid Working

The Claims Division comprises around 100 fee earners across Wimbledon, Leeds and Birmingham. The firm has been a member of NHS Resolution’s panel of lawyers since its inception and is ranked highly for defendant clinical negligence work. Capsticks handles a broad range of health care work, including inquests, regulatory matters, public law issues, judicial reviews, mental health issues and clinical risk management.

• Manage a caseload of claims on instructions from NHS Resolution and, where appropriate, assist other team members on higher value or complex claims involving maximum severity injuries.
• Work closely with a partner who will supervise your work and provide opportunities for client contact and business development.
• Contribute to a high-quality defendant clinical negligence service for health care organisations.

• Experience in litigation with an interest in defendant clinical negligence work.
• Ability to understand and respond to the needs of the client base and to work effectively within a team.
• Self-motivated and ambitious, with the potential for career progression within the team.

Capsticks is an inclusive employer
. Capsticks values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. The firm provides equal opportunities and welcomes the unique contributions of individuals in terms of education, background, culture, ethnicity, race, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, neurodiversity, religion and beliefs.

We will make reasonable adjustments to our application and interview process to ensure you have the best chance of success. The team will work with you individually to understand your requirements. If you have any questions please contact our Recruitment team at: