Solicitor - Professional Liability
Company
Location
Leeds, England, United Kingdom
Posted At
7/28/2025
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Description
Why join us?
DWF LLP is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic Solicitor to join our growing Professional Liability team with experience advising insurers and defending professionals in respect of allegations of professional negligence.
The successful candidate will be based in our Leeds office with the option of our hybrid working arrangement.
Responsibilities
Essential
At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organisation, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs.
Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support.
About Us
DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.
DWF LLP is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic Solicitor to join our growing Professional Liability team with experience advising insurers and defending professionals in respect of allegations of professional negligence.
The successful candidate will be based in our Leeds office with the option of our hybrid working arrangement.
Responsibilities
- Work under the supervision of partners, to progress the defence of multiple pre-action and litigated claims.
- Advise insurers and professionals in respect of claims made against a wide range of professionals.
- Embrace policy coverage advice, all forms of dispute resolution and assist with disciplinary proceedings.
- Be responsible for carrying out disclosure review, preparation of costs budgets and instructions to counsel and experts.
- Prepare court documents including Claim Forms, Defences and Allocation Questionnaires.
Essential
- Experience of commercial litigation and professional negligence claims in particular.
- Excellent attention to detail and diligence to be able to carefully analyse information.
- Flexibility and adaptability in your attitude & approach and good organisational skills.
- Strong technical skills and a thorough grasp of principles, case law and Civil Procedure Rules.
At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organisation, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs.
Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support.
About Us
DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.
Advertise with us by contacting: [email protected]
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