Inquest Lawyer - The Legists : Job Details

Inquest Solicitor / Legal Executive | Leading Employee-Owned Law Firm

Leeds

Permanent

Full Time

Our Client

This is a well-established, forward-thinking law firm with an outstanding reputation for providing high-quality legal services to both individuals and businesses. With an extensive network of offices across the region, the firm is proud of its warm, welcoming culture and people-first approach. Colleagues describe it as a supportive, down-to-earth place to work, where hard work is recognised, and opportunities for personal and professional development are actively encouraged.

The firm offers a full range of legal services and has built long-lasting relationships within the communities it serves. Employee wellbeing, flexibility and a collaborative team spirit sit at the heart of the business.

Our Client believes people are at the heart of everything they do — They believe in fairness, openness and supporting each other, and they’re committed to helping our staff build rewarding, lasting careers within the firm.

The Role:

As part of the dedicated inquest team, you’ll handle a varied caseload of inquest matters, including complex Article 2 inquests and those involving Legal Aid Agency (LAA) funding. You’ll have the freedom to work autonomously while benefiting from the support of an experienced, collaborative team around you.

Key Responsibilities:

· Represent clients at inquests, including complex Article 2 proceedings

· Provide expert advice on Legal Aid Agency funding and other funding options

· Undertake thorough investigations and prepare detailed, high-quality submissions

· Liaise with coroners, clients, medical experts, and other stakeholders

· Ensure compliance with legal regulations and maintain exceptional client care standards

What’s On Offer:

· Flexible, negotiable salary based on skills and experience

· The autonomy to develop your own caseload and ultimately build out your own team

· Become part of a thriving employee-owned business where you’ll directly benefit from the firm’s ongoing success

· Profit-sharing scheme (tax-free payments up to £3,600 per year after 12 months)

· Generous annual leave (starting at 23 days, rising to 31 days with length of service)

· Private health insurance, life assurance, and enhanced maternity/paternity benefits

· 5% employer pension contributions via salary sacrifice

· Health cash plan and 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family

· Professional development opportunities and financial support for memberships

· Discounted travel, free conveyancing on your main residence, and a free will after one year’s service

· Flexible hybrid working arrangements

· Regular firm-wide social events, including summer BBQs, Christmas parties, and annual briefings

About You:

· Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with significant inquest law experience

· Strong knowledge of Article 2 inquests and LAA funding

· Excellent communication, advocacy, and client care skills

· Ability to manage caseloads independently whilst working collaboratively within a team

· A client-focused, empathetic, and proactive approach