Application Deadline: 10 April 2026
Department: Clinical Negligence
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Newcastle
Compensation: £26,844 / year
Are you ready for a role where you can develop and grow? We're looking for a dynamic Paralegal to join our team and make a meaningful impact. At Thompsons Solicitors, we specialise in personal injury and clinical negligence claims, and we're seeking someone with a passion for the field and a drive to excel. This is your chance to work on a high quality and diverse clinical negligence caseload and get the experience to push your career to the next level.
Our paralegals work across all areas of cases including liability investigations, medical record review, instructing experts and Counsel, client and witness meetings, legal research, disclosure preparation, court attendance and much more.
Working both independently and as part of a team, they produce high-quality work, utilising case management systems, Word, and Excel.
We are keen to hear from motivated individuals, whether you are a university graduate with a genuine interest in personal injury/clinical negligence law, or an experienced paralegal looking to further develop your career in this area. A sound understanding of personal injury and/or clinical negligence claims, together with familiarity with the Pre-Action Protocols, the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR), and relevant funding arrangements, would be advantageous. With the ability to work efficiently, accurately, and meet deadlines, and excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills, we are looking for team players who are passionate about providing exceptional client care. Proficiency in IT applications and competence in using electronic case management systems is key to success in this team.
Thompsons Solicitors is the UK's most experienced personal injury and employment rights law firm, our commitment to social justice is at the heart of our practice.
The firm was established in 1921 by the civil rights lawyer Harry Thompson. We have stayed true to his vision of using the law to protect and advance the rights of working people, and we are proud to be part of the trade union movement.
We represent individuals and unions from 18 offices across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, with an associated firm in Scotland.
We proudly pledge never to act for insurance companies or employers.
Visit www.thompsons.law or call 0800 0 224 224
Thompsons Solicitors is a trading name of Thompsons Solicitors LLP.
