Davies North America

Global insurance professional services and tech

Property Liability Lawyer

Legal Counsel & Legal SupportUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeBolton, UKNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Previous litigation experience.
Knowledge and understanding of the types of disputes handled by the department.
Ability to prioritise workload and pay attention to detail.
Ability to work with case management systems.
Ability to record time and consider the profitability and economics of claims.
Ability to work in fast-paced litigation using initiative.
Degree-level education and/or postgraduate education; Law is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage a varied caseload of liability and quantum claims, taking ownership of files and contributing to the team's wider success.
Advise leading insurers on liability and quantum issues across property damage disputes, including impact damage, fire, escapes of water and oil, collision damage, boundary disputes, trespass, and nuisance claims.
Review documents and prepare reports.
Manage disclosure and evidence.
Review witness statements and expert reports.
Conduct investigations.
Instruct counsel and experts.
Undertake legal research.
Draft court documents and pleadings.
Attend hearings, conferences, trials, and court appointments.
Liaise with insurer and lay clients.
Handle correspondence and settlement negotiations.
Draft and advise on Part 36 offers.
Prepare applications and trial bundles.
Support alternative dispute resolution, including mediation.
Conduct advocacy in person and remotely.
Ensure compliance with Solicitors Regulation Authority Standards and Regulations.

Desired Qualifications

Previous experience dealing with property insurance claims.
Knowledge of property liability-related issues, breach of contract, negligence, property, and subrogated claims.

Keoghs is one of the UK's leading insurance law firms, renowned for its expertise, innovation, and dynamic approach to legal services. We currently have an exciting opportunity for talented insurance lawyers to join our Property Risks and Coverage Team, based in Bolton.

Working as part of a collaborative and highly regarded team, you will manage a varied caseload of liability and quantum claims, taking ownership of files while contributing to the team's wider success.

The role offers exposure to a broad range of property-related disputes on behalf of many of the UK's leading insurers. Matters include impact damage, fire claims, escapes of water and oil, collision damage, as well as boundary disputes, trespass, and nuisance claims. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your expertise across a diverse and technically interesting caseload while working with a market-leading client base.

Flexible working arrangements are available for the right candidates.

The role focuses on defended liability claims, advising leading insurers on liability and quantum issues across a broad range of property damage disputes.

Reviewing documents and preparing reports
Managing disclosure and evidence
Reviewing witness statements and expert reports
Conducting investigations
Instructing counsel and experts
Undertaking legal research
Drafting court documents and pleadings
Attending hearings, conferences and trials
Liaising with insurer and lay clients
Handling correspondence and settlement negotiations
Drafting and advising on Part 36 offers
Preparing applications and trial bundles
Supporting ADR, including mediation
Attending court appointments
Conducting advocacy in person and remotely
Ensuring compliance with SRA Standards and Regulations

Working Hours
35 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm with 1 unpaid hour for lunch. Primary location for this role is Bolton

Required/Essential

Previous litigation experience
Knowledge and understanding of the types of disputes handled by the department
An ability to prioritise workload
Ability to pay attention to detail
Ability to work with case management systems
Ability to record time and consider profitability/economics of claims
Ability to work with fast pace litigation using initiative
Degree level Education and/or Post Graduate (preferably Law)

Desirable

Previous experience of dealing with property insurance claims
Knowledge of property liability related issues, breach of contract, negligence, property, and subrogated claims

About the Company

Davies North America

Global insurance professional services and tech

Davies North America is a global professional services and technology company that began in the UK as an insurance claims manager. It now provides technology, consulting, and legal solutions to clients in regulated industries, including insurance, through managed services, outsourcing, and advisory offerings. The company grows by acquiring other businesses to expand its geographic reach and service capabilities. Its goal is to become a global leader in professional services and technology for regulated industries, particularly in markets like the US, Canada, and Bermuda.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: Debt Financing
Total funding: $363M
Headquarters: London, United Kingdom
Founded: 1968

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