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Join to apply for thePolice Claims Solicitorrole atSchool of Creative Thinking . 3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants. Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. About Your New RoleOur Emergency Services team is one of the largest in the UK. Our approach is focused on solving our client's legal problems as quickly, efficiently, and cost-effectively as possible. We are brand leaders in services for police forces, with in-depth expertise in all types of claims, operational advice, inquests, and court advocacy. We have considerable experience in handling sensitive and/or high-profile claims and are skilled in managing media attention. Our specialist practitioners act exclusively for the police service, representing a diverse range of forces across England and Wales. As the largest dedicated police legal team in the country, our lawyers have been involved in some of the most high-profile and significant cases involving the police over the last 15 years. We are recruiting for a Solicitor 0-3 PQE to join our national Casualty Police Claims team in Liverpool, Manchester, or Leicester. You will manage a caseload of pre-litigated and litigated claims and assist other fee earners. Main duties and responsibilitiesSpecialize in acting on behalf of police forces, claims handlers, and insurers in defending civil actions against the police. Manage a caseload of civil malfeasance claims, including false imprisonment, trespass, malicious prosecution, and Human Rights Act claims, as well as employers liability claims. Assist the Team Manager and team members with client development, training, and networking. Support and mentor junior team members. Liaise with solicitors, insurers, experts, counsel, and clients. Control diary and action lists, and complete MI procedures. Attend court hearings, conducting advocacy where appropriate. Maintain client care standards per guidelines and directions. Achieve financial and chargeable hours targets. Comply with rules, policies, and procedures. Stay updated with legal developments. Work in accordance with Weightmans values. This list is not exhaustive; you will perform other duties within the role's wider remit and ensure compliance with Weightmans and client policies, working in line with our values. About YouYou will be a qualified solicitor or legal executive with: Experience in defending civil claims; claimant experience considered. Ability to undertake advocacy. Knowledge of CPR and litigation. Knowledge of police law (desirable). Excellent organization, time management, communication, and IT skills. Ability to meet deadlines and targets. Teamwork and initiative skills. Flexible approach and willingness to travel. If you meet these criteria and are enthusiastic and eager to learn, we look forward to your application. Please NoteThe successful candidate will need to complete Police Vetting before employment, meeting residency and vetting criteria. Further details are available on our application portal. Why work for usWeightmans is a Top 40 UK law firm, recognized for excellence and employee conditions. We are an accredited living wage employer and committed to diversity and inclusion. We offer benefits such as annual leave, hybrid working, healthcare, pension, life insurance, and more. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and can provide reasonable adjustments during the application process. Please include your pronouns if you wish. Additional InformationWe support flexible working arrangements, including part-time and job share. Successful candidates will undergo background checks, and sponsorship eligibility will be verified for non-UK applicants.#J-18808-Ljbffr