Senior Associate - Catastrophic Injury/Large Loss

The team covers every aspect of defending complex travel claims, highly sensitive and high value claims in both UK and International jurisdictions. The team deals with large loss and catastrophic injuries, complex illness claims, class actions, fatal accidents, agency claims and indemnity/recovery actions. Other cases include travel abuse, travel fraud, baggage claims, international regulatory and cross-border RTA sub-groups. The aim is to give the tour operator clients, brokers and insurers a fantastic service, getting the right outcome in every claim.

Responsibilities

Working with all members of the team, acting predominantly on behalf of insurance companies and self-insured commercial organisations; assisting and handling a varied caseload; carrying out investigations, taking witness statements, reviewing and interpreting medical records and medical reports; reporting to and liaising with clients to achieve the best outcomes; complying with client SLAs and MI requirements; proactive and strategic file management, including adhering to court timetables; supporting the Partners in servicing existing clients, growing new business, and maintaining client relationships; drafting legal documents and client advice; dealing with interlocutory proceedings, CCMCs and client meetings; taking an active role in the supervision, coaching and development of junior lawyers

Requirements

5+ years PQE; significant experience in dealing with complex travel cases and cross border claims; experience of personal injury travel litigation/cross border claims; highly determined individual able to adapt well within a demanding, fast-paced team; enjoys being challenged by complex legal issues and expanding knowledge; focused on delivering a highly professional service to clients, including compliance with client SLAs and MI requirements