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Newly Qualified Solicitor


Company : Keoghs


Location : Belfast, Northern Ireland


Created : 2025-08-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Keoghs Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom Join or sign in to find your next jobJoin to apply for theNewly Qualified Solicitorrole atKeoghs Keoghs Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for theNewly Qualified Solicitorrole atKeoghs Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. To work with a team of Solicitors to assist with progression of matters, including discovery, analysis of quantum evidence, liaising with counsel and third-party experts, trail preparation and legal research. To build and develop your own caseloadApplication Deadline:9 July 2025 Department:Legal Location:BelfastDescriptionTo work with a team of Solicitors to assist with progression of matters, including discovery, analysis of quantum evidence, liaising with counsel and third-party experts, trail preparation and legal research. To build and develop your own caseloadKey ResponsibilitiesWork within an insurance defence litigation specialist area, to pursue completion of files in line with client instruction to the commercial benefit of Keoghs. Communicate, build and utilize relationships with colleagues, clients and third parties in a professional and knowledgeable manner; including all methods of communication: in person, over the phone and written Proactively identifying next steps required on matter, discussing those aspects with the Lead Lawyer and acting as agreed. Interviewing witnesses and drafting statements. Liaising with parties involved in claims including the insured, insurer, witnesses etc. Drafting pleadings and applications. Instructing counsel and attending conferences, JSMs, mediations both remotely and in person. Attend court in person or by telephone, attend trials, settlement conferences etc as required. Delivery of agreed performance targets and quality standards. Maintaining case managements systems with up-to-date management information for clients. To ensure compliance with the LSNI regulations. Working Hours 35 hours per week Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch. Primary location for this role is Belfast OfficeSkills, Knowledge and ExpertiseQualified solicitor or proven relevant legal experience is essential. Experience of indemnity, liability and quantum desirable. Experience of cases involving complex medical issues preferred. Good telephone advocacy skills. Positive, confident and enthusiastic. Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills including the ability to compose professional written communications. Good advocacy skills. Excellent inter-personal and client care skills. Understanding of case law and litigation practice and process, and Court Practice Rules. Ability to plan and prioritise workloads, keep to deadlines and work under pressure. Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. Ability to weigh facts, apply the law and make decisions. Ability to anticipate problems and identify solutions. Driven to achieve to take development opportunities when they arise with a positive attitude. Confidence to take initiative to innovate and adapt to changing situations. Confidence to seek advice and guidance when dealing with new tasks. Ability to follow instruction and with attention to detail and to give clear instruction, direction and guidance to more junior members of the team. Ability to recognise when sensitivity and tact are required.BenefitsDavies Incentive Plan 25 days holiday per year which increases with level of service (opportunity to buy 'sell 3 days) Family Cover Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) - will automatically be at single cover level but can opt into family option within first month of joining. 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