Job Description

Clinical Negligence Lawyer

Application Deadline: 15 May 2026

Department: Clinical Negligence

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: London

​​​​​​​Clinical Negligence Lawyer? Make Your Next Move Count

Are you an experienced Clinical Negligence Lawyer looking to take your career to the next level? Thompsons Solicitors — the UK’s leading social justice law firm — is seeking a dedicated and driven lawyer to join our specialist London Clinical Negligence team. This is your opportunity to use your expertise where it matters most: securing justice for injured and vulnerable clients who rely on us to fight their corner.

What the role involves...

In this pivotal role, you’ll manage a high‑value, multi‑track caseload from first interview through to successful resolution. Your days will be filled with meaningful, challenging work where every decision has real impact. You will:

• Lead and progress complex clinical negligence claims with skill, empathy, and strategic judgment
• Comply fully with pre‑action protocol and court timetables
• Instruct and collaborate with medical experts and counsel across litigation, ADR, and advocacy
• Conduct negotiations, attend mediations, and drive settlement outcomes
• Handle interim applications and play a key role in income forecasting
• Ensure accurate, timely billing with support from our expert costs team
• Work independently while contributing to a collaborative, high‑performing team

Who we are looking for...

You’re a qualified lawyer with a proven track record in clinical negligence and a passion for achieving justice. You’ll bring:

• Exceptional communication and client care skills
• Strong experience handling a varied multi‑track caseload
• Confidence in identifying medico‑legal issues
• A commitment to excellence, fairness, and making a real difference

What we offer you...

At Thompsons, you’re not just taking a job — you’re building a career with purpose. We invest in your development, wellbeing, and long‑term success.
At Thompsons, you’re not just joining a firm — you’re joining a purpose‑driven community. We offer:

• • Contributory pension
  • £4,000 car allowance
  • Permanent health insurance
  • Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)
  • Life assurance
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • 5 additional Christmas leave days
  • Enhanced family leave
  • EAP, cycle to work scheme, subsidised social club
  • Travel and parking loans
  • Financial support for professional development

Ready to stand up for those who need it most? Apply today and build a career you can be proud of.