Clinical Negligence Solicitor

Clinical Negligence Solicitor
Location: Edinburgh
Firm: Scottish Firm with L500 Ranked Clinical Negligence Practice
Salary: Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

The Role

This is an opportunity to join one of Scotland's most well known Clinical Negligence teams, recognised by both L500 and Chambers UK for its expertise. Working with a respected Scottish firm, you'll become part of a team that acts for a wide range of professionals, including healthcare professionals and other regulated individuals, providing high-quality advice and representation throughout complex and often sensitive proceedings.

Based in Edinburgh with hybrid working available, this role offers the chance to work on challenging and varied matters across Scotland, from clinical negligence claims through to professional regulatory investigations and hearings.

You'll be involved throughout the lifecycle of cases, gaining exposure to pre-litigation strategy, investigations, court processes and advocacy opportunities, while working alongside experienced colleagues in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Whether you are looking to specialise further in clinical defence or develop your experience within a market-leading team, this role offers excellent quality of work, genuine progression opportunities and the chance to build your reputation in a highly regarded practice.

The Work

• Defending healthcare professionals in clinical negligence claims across the Court of Session,
• Sheriff Courts and ASPIC
• Instructing experts and counsel where appropriate
• Building strong relationships with clients, insurers and professional organisations
• Representing professionals at Fatal Accident Inquiries and other related proceedings
• Supporting business development and contributing to the continued growth of the team
• Advising regulated professionals, including doctors, dentists and teachers, in professional disciplinary matters
• Managing cases from initial investigation through to litigation and hearings
• Preparing witness statements, pleadings and other legal documentation
• Attending hearings and developing advocacy experience
• Advising clients throughout complex and high-pressure situations

Your Experience

• Scottish Qualified Solicitor with 1-4 year PQE
• Experience within clinical negligence, professional discipline, insurance litigation or a related contentious area would be beneficial
• Strong understanding of Scottish court procedures, including Sheriff Court and Court of Session processes
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build trusted client relationships
• Calm and confident approach when dealing with sensitive and challenging matters
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied caseload
• A proactive approach to business development and networking
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively within a specialist team

Why This Role?

• Work on high-quality, complex and varied matters across Scotland
• Gain exposure to clinical negligence claims, regulatory proceedings and advocacy
• Be part of a supportive and ambitious team with genuine specialist expertise
• Opportunity to develop your technical skills and build your profile in a niche area of law
• Hybrid working environment with flexibility built into the role
• Competitive salary, benefits package and flexible rewards scheme
• Excellent opportunity for a Solicitor looking to progress within a market-leading practice

If you'd like to explore this opportunity further, please contact Tilly Scott on 0131 460 7747 or email tilly@jmc-legal.com for a confidential discussion.