Associate, Catastrophic Injury, 2+ PQE

Kennedys is seeking a motivated Associate to join our respected Catastrophic Injury team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive and efficient support in investigating and managing high-value cases for a diverse range of external clients. You will be part of a top-ranked team, working directly under our renowned Partner, Stephen Foster. Your responsibilities will include handling and assisting with a variety of complex motor, EL/PL and sport related concussion claims, including those that are sensitive and have garnered national media attention. Team Kennedys is a leading international law firm with a reputation for excellence in handling catastrophic injury cases. Our Serious and Catastrophic Injury team is top-ranked in the major legal directories, has relationships with most of the major insurers, and is renowned for our unique and innovative approach. We act on complex and high-profile cases, led by experienced Partners recognised as market leaders in this sector. We are often instructed on UK cases requiring cross-border quantum investigations via our international offices. We avoid unnecessary lawyering and are focused on working in partnership with our clients and delivering modern solutions, including our in-house R&D capability and award-winning product suite of technological and process innovations. Clients Large Composite Insurers Corporates EL/PL and Motor Insurers Cases Catastrophic Injury including brain and spinal injuries Multi-track and Large Loss EL/PL Chronic pain Sport related concussion Both Pre-litigation and Litigated files Required experience 2+ years' UK Qualified Solicitor or CILEX qualified with the relevant experience* Litigation experience of catastrophic injury defence work Previous client contact and attendance at business development events Experience of negotiation Please let us know if you require any additional support or adjustments to be made in order to submit your application to Kennedys. *where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.