Senior Associate / Associate, Clinical Negligence

Kennedys is looking for a Senior Associate or Associate based in Newcastle to work on NHS Resolution clinical negligence claims. This is a great opportunity for candidates who have an interest in this area to join a highly reputable Division, ranked in the top tier for Defendant Clinical Negligence in both Chambers and Legal 500. Team The Healthcare division advise the NHS Resolution, NHS Trusts and medical malpractice insurers of private hospitals, clinics and practitioners on EL/PL and clinical negligence claims. The team advise on medical insurance coverage, health law advice and regulatory matters and represent clients at inquests and judicial reviews. The team have a presence across our London, Cambridge, Sheffield, Birmingham, Newcastle and some of our global offices. Clients

• NHS Resolution
• NHS Healthcare clients
• Independent hospital groups and practitioners
Cases
• A wide range of clinical negligence claims
  
  1-4 years'+ UK Qualified Solicitor or CILEX qualified with the relevant experience
• Previous claims and inquest experience
• Previous client contact and attendance at business development events
• Knowledge of insurance and coverage issues