Solicitor - Inquests

Qualified Solicitor or equivalent legal professional with experience in inquest work.

Experience managing your own caseload independently.

Knowledge of coronial law and inquest procedure.

Experience advising healthcare, prison or policing clients.

Strong drafting skills, including witness statements and legal submissions.

Experience preparing witnesses and supporting clients through sensitive matters.

Excellent communication, relationship-building and interpersonal skills.

Strong organisation skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines.

High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Proactive, collaborative and able to work effectively as part of a team.

Genuine interest in inquest work and ongoing professional development.

Advocacy experience, or willingness to develop advocacy skills.

We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.

We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you're excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.

DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. Our approach delivers efficiency, price certainty and transparency for our clients across the world without compromising on quality or service. Our purpose is to deliver positive outcomes with our colleagues, clients and communities and we foster a culture that places our colleagues at the centre of all that we do.