About Hatch Brenner LLP
Hatch Brenner LLP is a long established, independent lawfirm based in Norwich city centre. Known for technical strength, approachableclient care and a supportive working culture, the firm provides high qualitylegal services to individuals and families across Norfolk and beyond.
The firms specialist Dispute Resolution team is recognisedfor claimant clinical negligence and personal injury work, including complexand highly sensitive medical negligence claims. Hatch Brenner is ranked Tier 2in The Legal 500 UK 2026 guide for both Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence(Claimant) and is also recognised by Chambers and Partners UK for its work inPersonal Injury and Clinical Negligence.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a fully qualified Clinical Negligence Lawyer withat least five years post-qualification experience to join a growing, high calibreteam. Working closely with experienced practitioners Sara Westwood and ColinCook, you will independently manage a varied claimant clinical negligencecaseload while contributing to the continued development of a respectedregional practice recognised in both The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners.
Sara Westwood is a highly experienced Clinical Negligence Lawyerand Partner, acting exclusively for claimants. She is a member of AvMA, the LawSocietys Clinical Negligence Panel, and a Senior Litigator with theAssociation of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL), bringing nationally recognisedspecialist expertise to the team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Lawyer whowants high quality work, meaningful client impact, structured careerprogression and the support of a friendly, collaborative team.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage avaried caseload: Run claimantclinical negligence claims from inception through to settlement or trial.
- Handle complex matters: Work on claims involving surgicalerrors, delayed diagnoses, birth injuries, orthopaedic injuries and other high valueor sensitive matters.
- Investigate liability and causation: Review medical records, assess breach ofduty, establish causation and accurately quantify damages.
- Work with experts and counsel: Instruct independent medical experts and collaborate withbarristers to build robust, evidence led cases.
- Deliver exceptional client care: Provide clear, empathetic and accessible advice to clientswho may be facing distressing or life changing circumstances.
- Take part in business development: Contribute proactively to marketing, networking, referrer relationships, events, content creation and wider initiatives that help growthe Clinical Negligence practice.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Fullyqualified Lawyer in England and Wales with a current practising certificate.
- Minimum of five years PQE, primarilyor exclusively in claimant clinical or medical negligence work.
- Strong technical knowledge of theCivil Procedure Rules, clinical negligence frameworks and litigation procedure.
- Proven ability to manage a complexcaseload with appropriate independence and sound judgement.
- Excellent analytical, drafting,communication and client-care skills.
- Compassionate, organised andcommercially aware, with a collaborative approach to team working.
- Willingness to take an active role inbusiness development, including building professional relationships, supportingmarketing activity and identifying opportunities for growth.
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