Thompsons Solicitors is a law firm that specialises in providing legal services and representation for individuals, particularly in the areas of personal injury, employment law, and industrial diseases. Their ultimate mission is to fight for the rights of workers and individuals, ensuring they receive justice and fair compensation. Thompsons' purpose is to champion the cause of the injured and mistreated, leveraging their expertise and commitment to social justice to deliver effective legal support and advocacy for their clients.

Thompsons Solicitors

We are the UK’s most experienced law firm, fighting for the rights of the injured and mistreated for over 100 years.

You should be a qualified solicitor with clinical negligence knowledge, strong communication skills, empathy, argument construction ability, and a team player in marketing and business development.

You will manage complex clinical negligence cases, provide support to clients, forecast and bill, and work towards trial and settlement while ensuring high-quality case progression.

Legal

Manchester

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description</b></h3><div><br>
Are you an experienced Clinical Negligence Lawyer looking for a new opportunity? We are currently looking for an experienced Lawyer to add to our well-established team based in Manchester.</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What the role involves...</b></h3><div><br>
The Clinical negligence Lawyers manage and run complex clinical negligence cases pre and post issues. As well as dealing with a full clinical negligence caseload from initial interview to settlement, they work as part of the wider clinical negligence team, providing advice and support to Trade Unions, their members and private clients. Together with progressing high quality cases to Trial, ADR and making interlocutory applications, they are in involved in forecasting and billing, including a strong track record of recovering costs.</div><div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Who we are looking for...</b></h3><div><br>
We are keen to hear from qualified solicitors with up to date knowledge of the law relating to clinical negligence and the civil litigation process. As well as excellent communication and client care skills, demonstrating an ability to empathise with vulnerable clients is essential. The ability to construct clear and effective arguments, yielding the best result for our clients is also key. We are looking for team players who enjoy engaging in marketing and business development opportunities, together with proven competency and expertise in the field of clinical negligence.</div><div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What we offer you...</b></h3><br>
<ul>
<li>
Contributory pension scheme</li>
<li>&pound;4,500 Car allowance</li>
<li>Permanent health insurance</li>
<li>Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)</li>
<li>Life assurance</li>
<li>25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)</li>
<li>5 days additional leave over Christmas</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity and paternity pay</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Subsidised sports and social club</li>
<li>Annual travel and parking loans</li>
<li>Financial assistance for professional development</li>
</ul><div>Please apply today or contact Steven King on stevenking@thompsons.law</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
About Thompsons Solicitors</b></h3><div>
<br>
For 100 years, leading social justice law firm, Thompsons Solicitors, has been fighting for the rights of the injured and mistreated and changing lives for the better. Since 1921, we have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with trade unions to implement key legal reforms and give a voice to those who might otherwise have been disadvantaged and marginalised.<br>
<br>
Thompsons ran:<br>
<ul><li>the case that established the right for injured workers to be compensated in 1937</li><li>the first asbestos case that was successful in the House of Lords in 1972</li><li>the first equal pay for equal value claim in the UK (1988) and later in Europe (1993)</li><li>the case against UK construction companies for blacklisting union members in 2016</li><li>hundreds of cases on behalf of women who received negligent treatment at the hands of disgraced breast surgeon, Ian Paterson (2017) and behalf of those injured by mesh (2019).</li></ul><br>
Today, Thompsons employs 800 staff who work at 18 offices right across the UK. Key areas of legal specialism include: personal injury, serious injury, asbestos diseases, medical negligence, road traffic accidents, accidents at work, industrial diseases and trade union law. As a point of principle, the firm has never worked for employers or insurers.<br>
<br>
Over the last 100 years, we have consistently won the cases that have advanced the law for working people, but, as long as there are employers who put profit before the safety and rights of their workforce, there is always more to do. We continue to expose injustice, holding those responsible to account and campaigning for positive change.<br>
<br>
We want to hear from anyone who is keen to progress a legal career with a firm that won&rsquo;t let up in its quest for fairness.<br>
<br>
Visit www.thompsons.law or call 0800 0 224 224<br>
<br>
Thompsons Solicitors is a trading name of Thompsons Solicitors LLP.</div></div>

Description
Are you an experienced Clinical Negligence Lawyer looking for a new opportunity? We are currently looking for an experienced Lawyer to add to our well-established team based in Manchester.
What the role involves...
The Clinical negligence Lawyers manage and run complex clinical negligence cases pre and post issues. As well as dealing with a full clinical negligence caseload from initial interview to settlement, they work as part of the wider clinical negligence team, providing advice and support to Trade Unions, their members and private clients. Together with progressing high quality cases to Trial, ADR and making interlocutory applications, they are in involved in forecasting and billing, including a strong track record of recovering costs.
Who we are looking for...
We are keen to hear from qualified solicitors with up to date knowledge of the law relating to clinical negligence and the civil litigation process. As well as excellent communication and client care skills, demonstrating an ability to empathise with vulnerable clients is essential. The ability to construct clear and effective arguments, yielding the best result for our clients is also key. We are looking for team players who enjoy engaging in marketing and business development opportunities, together with proven competency and expertise in the field of clinical negligence.
What we offer you...


Contributory pension scheme
£4,500 Car allowance
Permanent health insurance
Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)
Life assurance
25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
5 days additional leave over Christmas
Employee Assistance Programme
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Cycle to work scheme
Subsidised sports and social club
Annual travel and parking loans
Financial assistance for professional development
Please apply today or contact Steven King on stevenking@thompsons.law
About Thompsons Solicitors

For 100 years, leading social justice law firm, Thompsons Solicitors, has been fighting for the rights of the injured and mistreated and changing lives for the better. Since 1921, we have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with trade unions to implement key legal reforms and give a voice to those who might otherwise have been disadvantaged and marginalised.

Thompsons ran:
the case that established the right for injured workers to be compensated in 1937the first asbestos case that was successful in the House of Lords in 1972the first equal pay for equal value claim in the UK (1988) and later in Europe (1993)the case against UK construction companies for blacklisting union members in 2016hundreds of cases on behalf of women who received negligent treatment at the hands of disgraced breast surgeon, Ian Paterson (2017) and behalf of those injured by mesh (2019).
Today, Thompsons employs 800 staff who work at 18 offices right across the UK. Key areas of legal specialism include: personal injury, serious injury, asbestos diseases, medical negligence, road traffic accidents, accidents at work, industrial diseases and trade union law. As a point of principle, the firm has never worked for employers or insurers.

Over the last 100 years, we have consistently won the cases that have advanced the law for working people, but, as long as there are employers who put profit before the safety and rights of their workforce, there is always more to do. We continue to expose injustice, holding those responsible to account and campaigning for positive change.

We want to hear from anyone who is keen to progress a legal career with a firm that won’t let up in its quest for fairness.

Visit www.thompsons.law or call 0800 0 224 224

Thompsons Solicitors is a trading name of Thompsons Solicitors LLP.

Senior Clinical Negligence Lawyer - Thompsons Solicitors

Senior Clinical Negligence Lawyer

You should be a qualified lawyer with clinical negligence experience, excellent communication and client care skills, empathy for vulnerable clients, and a self-starter eager for teamwork and business development.

You will manage multi-track clinical negligence cases, conduct investigations, prepare documents and witness statements, and assist in court hearings and conferences.

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description</b></h3><div><br>
We are looking for newly qualified lawyers, to handle all aspects of running an appropriately sized case holding of multi-track cases from initial client interview to trial, and also to provide support as part of a team working on serious injury level cases. With appropriate support and training, you will develop your legal skills and understanding of the issues involved in running all types of clinical negligence cases, including all aspects of the litigation process.</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What does the role involve?</b></h3><div><br>
A day in the life of an Assistant Lawyer is never the same, which may include carrying out relevant investigations, obtaining relevant documents, preparing witness statements and preparing for Conferences and Court hearings (CCMCs/Trials).</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Who we are looking for..</b></h3><div><br>
We are keen to hear from qualified lawyers, preferably with experience in Clinical Negligence, who possess excellent communication and client care skills. The ability to empathise with vulnerable clients is also essential. In addition, we are looking for self-starters who thrive in a busy team environment and enjoy engaging in marketing and business development opportunities.</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What we offer...</b></h3><br>
<ul>
<li>
Contributory pension scheme</li>
<li>Permanent health insurance</li>
<li>Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)</li>
<li>Life assurance</li>
<li>23 days annual leave (in addition to bank holidays)</li>
<li>5 days additional leave over Christmas</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity and paternity pay</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Subsidised sports and social club</li>
<li>Annual travel and parking loans</li>
<li>Financial assistance for professional development</li>
</ul><div>For more information, contact Steven King at stevenking@thompsons.law or apply below!</div><div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
About Thompsons Solicitors</b></h3><div>
<br>
For 100 years, leading social justice law firm, Thompsons Solicitors, has been fighting for the rights of the injured and mistreated and changing lives for the better. Since 1921, we have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with trade unions to implement key legal reforms and give a voice to those who might otherwise have been disadvantaged and marginalised.<br>
<br>
Thompsons ran:<br>
<ul><li>the case that established the right for injured workers to be compensated in 1937</li><li>the first asbestos case that was successful in the House of Lords in 1972</li><li>the first equal pay for equal value claim in the UK (1988) and later in Europe (1993)</li><li>the case against UK construction companies for blacklisting union members in 2016</li><li>hundreds of cases on behalf of women who received negligent treatment at the hands of disgraced breast surgeon, Ian Paterson (2017) and behalf of those injured by mesh (2019).</li></ul><br>
Today, Thompsons employs 800 staff who work at 18 offices right across the UK. Key areas of legal specialism include: personal injury, serious injury, asbestos diseases, medical negligence, road traffic accidents, accidents at work, industrial diseases and trade union law. As a point of principle, the firm has never worked for employers or insurers.<br>
<br>
Over the last 100 years, we have consistently won the cases that have advanced the law for working people, but, as long as there are employers who put profit before the safety and rights of their workforce, there is always more to do. We continue to expose injustice, holding those responsible to account and campaigning for positive change.<br>
<br>
We want to hear from anyone who is keen to progress a legal career with a firm that won&rsquo;t let up in its quest for fairness.<br>
<br>
Visit www.thompsons.law or call 0800 0 224 224<br>
<br>
Thompsons Solicitors is a trading name of Thompsons Solicitors LLP.</div></div>

Description
We are looking for newly qualified lawyers, to handle all aspects of running an appropriately sized case holding of multi-track cases from initial client interview to trial, and also to provide support as part of a team working on serious injury level cases. With appropriate support and training, you will develop your legal skills and understanding of the issues involved in running all types of clinical negligence cases, including all aspects of the litigation process.
What does the role involve?
A day in the life of an Assistant Lawyer is never the same, which may include carrying out relevant investigations, obtaining relevant documents, preparing witness statements and preparing for Conferences and Court hearings (CCMCs/Trials).
Who we are looking for..
We are keen to hear from qualified lawyers, preferably with experience in Clinical Negligence, who possess excellent communication and client care skills. The ability to empathise with vulnerable clients is also essential. In addition, we are looking for self-starters who thrive in a busy team environment and enjoy engaging in marketing and business development opportunities.
What we offer...


Contributory pension scheme
Permanent health insurance
Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)
Life assurance
23 days annual leave (in addition to bank holidays)
5 days additional leave over Christmas
Employee Assistance Programme
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Cycle to work scheme
Subsidised sports and social club
Annual travel and parking loans
Financial assistance for professional development
For more information, contact Steven King at stevenking@thompsons.law or apply below!
About Thompsons Solicitors

For 100 years, leading social justice law firm, Thompsons Solicitors, has been fighting for the rights of the injured and mistreated and changing lives for the better. Since 1921, we have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with trade unions to implement key legal reforms and give a voice to those who might otherwise have been disadvantaged and marginalised.

Thompsons ran:
the case that established the right for injured workers to be compensated in 1937the first asbestos case that was successful in the House of Lords in 1972the first equal pay for equal value claim in the UK (1988) and later in Europe (1993)the case against UK construction companies for blacklisting union members in 2016hundreds of cases on behalf of women who received negligent treatment at the hands of disgraced breast surgeon, Ian Paterson (2017) and behalf of those injured by mesh (2019).
Today, Thompsons employs 800 staff who work at 18 offices right across the UK. Key areas of legal specialism include: personal injury, serious injury, asbestos diseases, medical negligence, road traffic accidents, accidents at work, industrial diseases and trade union law. As a point of principle, the firm has never worked for employers or insurers.

Over the last 100 years, we have consistently won the cases that have advanced the law for working people, but, as long as there are employers who put profit before the safety and rights of their workforce, there is always more to do. We continue to expose injustice, holding those responsible to account and campaigning for positive change.

We want to hear from anyone who is keen to progress a legal career with a firm that won’t let up in its quest for fairness.

Visit www.thompsons.law or call 0800 0 224 224

Thompsons Solicitors is a trading name of Thompsons Solicitors LLP.

Lawyer-Clinical Negligence - Thompsons Solicitors

Lawyer-Clinical Negligence

You should be enthusiastic, client-focused, and meet deadlines. Knowledge of personal injury law and MS Office is a plus. We're open to training recent graduates or those studying for SQE.

You will manage pre-litigated personal injury claims, assess merits, gather evidence, instruct experts, evaluate claim value, and liaise with clients, witnesses, and third parties.

Birmingham

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description</b></h3><div><br>
Are you passionate about helping individuals seek justice and navigate the legal landscape? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a drive to excel in a dynamic legal environment? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!</div><div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
The role...</b></h3><div><br>
As a Litigation Assistant, you play a crucial role in managing a caseload of pre-litigated cases, primarily focused on personal injury claims for our union members. These cases encompass a variety of scenarios, including road traffic accidents, employers' liability, and public liability claims.<br>
<br>
A very varied role, the Litigation Assistants carry out a range of tasks, including initial assessment on merits when the case exits the portal, obtaining evidence in support of liability including from witnesses and pre action disclosure, As well as obtaining medical evidence where appropriate, instructing non-medical experts where appropriate and decisions on disclosure, they are assessing value of claim, attending on clients, witnesses, experts, union clients, third parties and defendants.</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Who we are looking for...</b></h3><div><br>
We keen to hear from enthusiastic individuals, including recent graduates with a keen interest in personal injury law. If you are currently studying towards your SQE or an equivalent qualification, we are willing to train the right candidates.<br>
<br>
We are looking for excellent communicators with an outstanding client focused approach with the ability to work efficiently, accurately, and meet deadlines.<br>
<br>
Knowledge of personal injury law and familiarity with Pre-Action Protocols, Civil Procedure Rules, and funding procedures is advantageous, but we are open to training candidates who show a strong interest in this area.</div><div></div><div><br>
Understanding of case management systems and proficiency in utilising the Microsoft suite (e.g., Word, Excel, and Outlook) is also desirable.</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What we offer you...</b></h3><br>
<ul>
<li>
Contributory pension scheme</li>
<li>5 days additional leave over Christmas</li>
<li>Permanent health insurance</li>
<li>Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)</li>
<li>Life assurance</li>
<li>23 days annual leave (in addition to bank holidays)</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity and paternity pay</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Subsidised sports and social club</li>
<li>Annual travel and parking loans</li>
<li>Financial assistance for professional development</li>
</ul><div>
<br>
Apply today and join our ever-growing team in a law firm that truly stands up for working people.</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
About Thompsons Solicitors</b></h3><div>
<br>
For 100 years, leading social justice law firm, Thompsons Solicitors, has been fighting for the rights of the injured and mistreated and changing lives for the better. Since 1921, we have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with trade unions to implement key legal reforms and give a voice to those who might otherwise have been disadvantaged and marginalised.<br>
<br>
Thompsons ran:<br>
<ul><li>the case that established the right for injured workers to be compensated in 1937</li><li>the first asbestos case that was successful in the House of Lords in 1972</li><li>the first equal pay for equal value claim in the UK (1988) and later in Europe (1993)</li><li>the case against UK construction companies for blacklisting union members in 2016</li><li>hundreds of cases on behalf of women who received negligent treatment at the hands of disgraced breast surgeon, Ian Paterson (2017) and behalf of those injured by mesh (2019).</li></ul><br>
Today, Thompsons employs 800 staff who work at 18 offices right across the UK. Key areas of legal specialism include: personal injury, serious injury, asbestos diseases, medical negligence, road traffic accidents, accidents at work, industrial diseases and trade union law. As a point of principle, the firm has never worked for employers or insurers.<br>
<br>
Over the last 100 years, we have consistently won the cases that have advanced the law for working people, but, as long as there are employers who put profit before the safety and rights of their workforce, there is always more to do. We continue to expose injustice, holding those responsible to account and campaigning for positive change.<br>
<br>
We want to hear from anyone who is keen to progress a legal career with a firm that won&rsquo;t let up in its quest for fairness.<br>
<br>
Visit www.thompsons.law or call 0800 0 224 224<br>
<br>
Thompsons Solicitors is a trading name of Thompsons Solicitors LLP.</div></div>

Description
Are you passionate about helping individuals seek justice and navigate the legal landscape? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a drive to excel in a dynamic legal environment? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
The role...
As a Litigation Assistant, you play a crucial role in managing a caseload of pre-litigated cases, primarily focused on personal injury claims for our union members. These cases encompass a variety of scenarios, including road traffic accidents, employers' liability, and public liability claims.

A very varied role, the Litigation Assistants carry out a range of tasks, including initial assessment on merits when the case exits the portal, obtaining evidence in support of liability including from witnesses and pre action disclosure, As well as obtaining medical evidence where appropriate, instructing non-medical experts where appropriate and decisions on disclosure, they are assessing value of claim, attending on clients, witnesses, experts, union clients, third parties and defendants.
Who we are looking for...
We keen to hear from enthusiastic individuals, including recent graduates with a keen interest in personal injury law. If you are currently studying towards your SQE or an equivalent qualification, we are willing to train the right candidates.

We are looking for excellent communicators with an outstanding client focused approach with the ability to work efficiently, accurately, and meet deadlines.

Knowledge of personal injury law and familiarity with Pre-Action Protocols, Civil Procedure Rules, and funding procedures is advantageous, but we are open to training candidates who show a strong interest in this area.
Understanding of case management systems and proficiency in utilising the Microsoft suite (e.g., Word, Excel, and Outlook) is also desirable.
What we offer you...


Contributory pension scheme
5 days additional leave over Christmas
Permanent health insurance
Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)
Life assurance
23 days annual leave (in addition to bank holidays)
Employee Assistance Programme
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Cycle to work scheme
Subsidised sports and social club
Annual travel and parking loans
Financial assistance for professional development


Apply today and join our ever-growing team in a law firm that truly stands up for working people.
About Thompsons Solicitors

For 100 years, leading social justice law firm, Thompsons Solicitors, has been fighting for the rights of the injured and mistreated and changing lives for the better. Since 1921, we have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with trade unions to implement key legal reforms and give a voice to those who might otherwise have been disadvantaged and marginalised.

Thompsons ran:
the case that established the right for injured workers to be compensated in 1937the first asbestos case that was successful in the House of Lords in 1972the first equal pay for equal value claim in the UK (1988) and later in Europe (1993)the case against UK construction companies for blacklisting union members in 2016hundreds of cases on behalf of women who received negligent treatment at the hands of disgraced breast surgeon, Ian Paterson (2017) and behalf of those injured by mesh (2019).
Today, Thompsons employs 800 staff who work at 18 offices right across the UK. Key areas of legal specialism include: personal injury, serious injury, asbestos diseases, medical negligence, road traffic accidents, accidents at work, industrial diseases and trade union law. As a point of principle, the firm has never worked for employers or insurers.

Over the last 100 years, we have consistently won the cases that have advanced the law for working people, but, as long as there are employers who put profit before the safety and rights of their workforce, there is always more to do. We continue to expose injustice, holding those responsible to account and campaigning for positive change.

We want to hear from anyone who is keen to progress a legal career with a firm that won’t let up in its quest for fairness.

Visit www.thompsons.law or call 0800 0 224 224

Thompsons Solicitors is a trading name of Thompsons Solicitors LLP.

Litigation Assistant - Thompsons Solicitors

Litigation Assistant

You should be a qualified solicitor or Legal Executive with knowledge of ET and EAT, strong communication and supervisory skills, and the ability to manage cases independently.

You will manage complex employment rights cases, advocate in tribunals, liaise with union officials, make judicious daily decisions, and supervise junior team members.

London

<div>
 <h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description</b></h3>
 <div>
  <br> Our team of Employment Rights Lawyers are looking to add to their established team based in London, managing a full caseload of employment advice and/or representation matters as well as supervision.
 </div>
 <h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br> What does the role involve?</b></h3><br>
 <ul>
  <li>Conducting and managing cases from start to finish, this will be across a range of large and / or complex cases within employment rights.</li>
  <li>Assisting in the communication with local/regional union officials on behalf of the firm.</li>
  <li>Taking appropriate daily decisions involving considerable exercise of judgment.</li>
  <li>Undertaking advocacy in the Employment Tribunal (ET), including preliminary hearings and where necessary may be required to carry out advocacy in full hearings up to 2 days.</li>
  <li>Working as part of a wider team, carrying out work on other team members’ cases as required.</li>
  <li>Supervising of junior member(s) of the team within your area.</li>
 </ul><br>
 <h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b> Who we are looking for...</b></h3>
 <div>
  <br> We are looking for qualified solicitors or Legal Executives with a sound theoretical knowledge of the work and an ability to conduct cases from beginning to end.<br>
 </div>
 <div>
  As well as having a good knowledge of Employment Tribunal (ET) and Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT), rules on evidence, litigation process and funding, we are keen to hear from effective, clear and concise communicators with strong supervisory skills who thrive in a supportive team environment.
 </div>
 <div></div>
 <h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br> What we can offer you!</b></h3><br>
 <ul>
  <li>Contributory pension scheme</li>
  <li>£4,500 car allowance</li>
  <li>5 days additional leave over Christmas</li>
  <li>Permanent health insurance</li>
  <li>Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)</li>
  <li>Life assurance</li>
  <li>25 days annual leave (in addition to bank holidays)</li>
  <li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>
  <li>Enhanced maternity and paternity pay</li>
  <li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
  <li>Subsidised sports and social club</li>
  <li>Annual travel and parking loans</li>
  <li>Financial assistance for professional development</li>
 </ul>
 <div>
  For a confidential conversation, please contact Steven King on 07929 015 230, and apply through the link below.
 </div>
 <h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br> About Thompsons Solicitors</b></h3>
 <div><br> For 100 years, leading social justice law firm, Thompsons Solicitors, has been fighting for the rights of the injured and mistreated and changing lives for the better. Since 1921, we have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with trade unions to implement key legal reforms and give a voice to those who might otherwise have been disadvantaged and marginalised.<br> <br> Thompsons ran:<br>
  <ul>
   <li>the case that established the right for injured workers to be compensated in 1937</li>
   <li>the first asbestos case that was successful in the House of Lords in 1972</li>
   <li>the first equal pay for equal value claim in the UK (1988) and later in Europe (1993)</li>
   <li>the case against UK construction companies for blacklisting union members in 2016</li>
   <li>hundreds of cases on behalf of women who received negligent treatment at the hands of disgraced breast surgeon, Ian Paterson (2017) and behalf of those injured by mesh (2019).</li>
  </ul><br> Today, Thompsons employs 800 staff who work at 18 offices right across the UK. Key areas of legal specialism include: personal injury, serious injury, asbestos diseases, medical negligence, road traffic accidents, accidents at work, industrial diseases and trade union law. As a point of principle, the firm has never worked for employers or insurers.<br> <br> Over the last 100 years, we have consistently won the cases that have advanced the law for working people, but, as long as there are employers who put profit before the safety and rights of their workforce, there is always more to do. We continue to expose injustice, holding those responsible to account and campaigning for positive change.<br> <br> We want to hear from anyone who is keen to progress a legal career with a firm that won’t let up in its quest for fairness.<br> <br> Visit www.thompsons.law or call 0800 0 224 224<br> <br> Thompsons Solicitors is a trading name of Thompsons Solicitors LLP.
 </div>
</div>


 Description
 
   Our team of Employment Rights Lawyers are looking to add to their established team based in London, managing a full caseload of employment advice and/or representation matters as well as supervision.
 
  What does the role involve?
 
  Conducting and managing cases from start to finish, this will be across a range of large and / or complex cases within employment rights.
  Assisting in the communication with local/regional union officials on behalf of the firm.
  Taking appropriate daily decisions involving considerable exercise of judgment.
  Undertaking advocacy in the Employment Tribunal (ET), including preliminary hearings and where necessary may be required to carry out advocacy in full hearings up to 2 days.
  Working as part of a wider team, carrying out work on other team members’ cases as required.
  Supervising of junior member(s) of the team within your area.
 
  Who we are looking for...
 
   We are looking for qualified solicitors or Legal Executives with a sound theoretical knowledge of the work and an ability to conduct cases from beginning to end.
 
 
  As well as having a good knowledge of Employment Tribunal (ET) and Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT), rules on evidence, litigation process and funding, we are keen to hear from effective, clear and concise communicators with strong supervisory skills who thrive in a supportive team environment.
 
 
  What we can offer you!
 
  Contributory pension scheme
  £4,500 car allowance
  5 days additional leave over Christmas
  Permanent health insurance
  Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)
  Life assurance
  25 days annual leave (in addition to bank holidays)
  Employee Assistance Programme
  Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
  Cycle to work scheme
  Subsidised sports and social club
  Annual travel and parking loans
  Financial assistance for professional development
 
 
  For a confidential conversation, please contact Steven King on 07929 015 230, and apply through the link below.
 
  About Thompsons Solicitors
  For 100 years, leading social justice law firm, Thompsons Solicitors, has been fighting for the rights of the injured and mistreated and changing lives for the better. Since 1921, we have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with trade unions to implement key legal reforms and give a voice to those who might otherwise have been disadvantaged and marginalised.  Thompsons ran:
  
   the case that established the right for injured workers to be compensated in 1937
   the first asbestos case that was successful in the House of Lords in 1972
   the first equal pay for equal value claim in the UK (1988) and later in Europe (1993)
   the case against UK construction companies for blacklisting union members in 2016
   hundreds of cases on behalf of women who received negligent treatment at the hands of disgraced breast surgeon, Ian Paterson (2017) and behalf of those injured by mesh (2019).
   Today, Thompsons employs 800 staff who work at 18 offices right across the UK. Key areas of legal specialism include: personal injury, serious injury, asbestos diseases, medical negligence, road traffic accidents, accidents at work, industrial diseases and trade union law. As a point of principle, the firm has never worked for employers or insurers.  Over the last 100 years, we have consistently won the cases that have advanced the law for working people, but, as long as there are employers who put profit before the safety and rights of their workforce, there is always more to do. We continue to expose injustice, holding those responsible to account and campaigning for positive change.  We want to hear from anyone who is keen to progress a legal career with a firm that won’t let up in its quest for fairness.  Visit www.thompsons.law or call 0800 0 224 224  Thompsons Solicitors is a trading name of Thompsons Solicitors LLP.
 


Senior Employment Rights Lawyer - Thompsons Solicitors

Senior Employment Rights Lawyer

You must be a qualified senior lawyer with experience in managing diverse multi-track clinical negligence cases and possess excellent communication and client care skills.

You will manage complex clinical negligence cases, represent clients, handle litigation, work with counsel, forecast income, and ensure prompt billing with the internal costs team.

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 <h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description</b></h3>
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  <br> Are you an experienced Clinical Negligence Lawyer looking for a new opportunity? Thompsons Solicitors are currently looking for an experienced Lawyer to join our team based in London.
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 <h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br> What the role involves...</b></h3>
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  <br> Our clinical negligence lawyers manage a diverse case holding of complex clinical negligence cases from initial client interview to conclusion.<br>
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  Working as part of the wider clinical negligence team, they represent trade union members and private clients progressing cases to trial or resolution by ADR, handling all aspects of litigation including conferences with counsel and interlocutory applications. Another key part of the role is income forecasting and prompt billing via our internal costs team.
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 <h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br> Who we are looking for...</b></h3>
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  <br> As well as excellent communicators with a passion for putting the client first and demonstrating excellent client care, we are keen to hear from qualified senior Lawyers used to running a varied multi-track clinical negligence caseload. .
 </div>
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  <br>
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 <ul>
  <li>Salary advertised will be dependent on level of experience.</li>
 </ul>
 <h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br> What we offer you...</b></h3><br>
 <ul>
  <li>Contributory pension scheme</li>
  <li>£4,000 Car allowance</li>
  <li>Permanent health insurance</li>
  <li>Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)</li>
  <li>Life assurance</li>
  <li>23 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)</li>
  <li>5 days additional leave over Christmas</li>
  <li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>
  <li>Enhanced maternity and paternity pay</li>
  <li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
  <li>Subsidised sports and social club</li>
  <li>Annual travel and parking loans</li>
  <li>Financial assistance for professional development</li>
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  Please apply today or contact Steven King on stevenking@thompsons.law
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 <h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br> About Thompsons Solicitors</b></h3>
 <div><br> For 100 years, leading social justice law firm, Thompsons Solicitors, has been fighting for the rights of the injured and mistreated and changing lives for the better. Since 1921, we have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with trade unions to implement key legal reforms and give a voice to those who might otherwise have been disadvantaged and marginalised.<br> <br> Thompsons ran:<br>
  <ul>
   <li>the case that established the right for injured workers to be compensated in 1937</li>
   <li>the first asbestos case that was successful in the House of Lords in 1972</li>
   <li>the first equal pay for equal value claim in the UK (1988) and later in Europe (1993)</li>
   <li>the case against UK construction companies for blacklisting union members in 2016</li>
   <li>hundreds of cases on behalf of women who received negligent treatment at the hands of disgraced breast surgeon, Ian Paterson (2017) and behalf of those injured by mesh (2019).</li>
  </ul><br> Today, Thompsons employs 800 staff who work at 18 offices right across the UK. Key areas of legal specialism include: personal injury, serious injury, asbestos diseases, medical negligence, road traffic accidents, accidents at work, industrial diseases and trade union law. As a point of principle, the firm has never worked for employers or insurers.<br> <br> Over the last 100 years, we have consistently won the cases that have advanced the law for working people, but, as long as there are employers who put profit before the safety and rights of their workforce, there is always more to do. We continue to expose injustice, holding those responsible to account and campaigning for positive change.<br> <br> We want to hear from anyone who is keen to progress a legal career with a firm that won’t let up in its quest for fairness.<br> <br> Visit www.thompsons.law or call 0800 0 224 224<br> <br> Thompsons Solicitors is a trading name of Thompsons Solicitors LLP.
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 Description
 
   Are you an experienced Clinical Negligence Lawyer looking for a new opportunity? Thompsons Solicitors are currently looking for an experienced Lawyer to join our team based in London.
 
  What the role involves...
 
   Our clinical negligence lawyers manage a diverse case holding of complex clinical negligence cases from initial client interview to conclusion.
 
 
  Working as part of the wider clinical negligence team, they represent trade union members and private clients progressing cases to trial or resolution by ADR, handling all aspects of litigation including conferences with counsel and interlocutory applications. Another key part of the role is income forecasting and prompt billing via our internal costs team.
 
 
  Who we are looking for...
 
   As well as excellent communicators with a passion for putting the client first and demonstrating excellent client care, we are keen to hear from qualified senior Lawyers used to running a varied multi-track clinical negligence caseload. .
 
 
  
 
 
  Salary advertised will be dependent on level of experience.
 
  What we offer you...
 
  Contributory pension scheme
  £4,000 Car allowance
  Permanent health insurance
  Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)
  Life assurance
  23 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
  5 days additional leave over Christmas
  Employee Assistance Programme
  Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
  Cycle to work scheme
  Subsidised sports and social club
  Annual travel and parking loans
  Financial assistance for professional development
 
 
  Please apply today or contact Steven King on stevenking@thompsons.law
 
  About Thompsons Solicitors
  For 100 years, leading social justice law firm, Thompsons Solicitors, has been fighting for the rights of the injured and mistreated and changing lives for the better. Since 1921, we have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with trade unions to implement key legal reforms and give a voice to those who might otherwise have been disadvantaged and marginalised.  Thompsons ran:
  
   the case that established the right for injured workers to be compensated in 1937
   the first asbestos case that was successful in the House of Lords in 1972
   the first equal pay for equal value claim in the UK (1988) and later in Europe (1993)
   the case against UK construction companies for blacklisting union members in 2016
   hundreds of cases on behalf of women who received negligent treatment at the hands of disgraced breast surgeon, Ian Paterson (2017) and behalf of those injured by mesh (2019).
   Today, Thompsons employs 800 staff who work at 18 offices right across the UK. Key areas of legal specialism include: personal injury, serious injury, asbestos diseases, medical negligence, road traffic accidents, accidents at work, industrial diseases and trade union law. As a point of principle, the firm has never worked for employers or insurers.  Over the last 100 years, we have consistently won the cases that have advanced the law for working people, but, as long as there are employers who put profit before the safety and rights of their workforce, there is always more to do. We continue to expose injustice, holding those responsible to account and campaigning for positive change.  We want to hear from anyone who is keen to progress a legal career with a firm that won’t let up in its quest for fairness.  Visit www.thompsons.law or call 0800 0 224 224  Thompsons Solicitors is a trading name of Thompsons Solicitors LLP.
 


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