Medical Negligence Solicitor

Medical Negligence Solicitor 

Are you passionate about advocating for victims of medical negligence and helping to drive change within the healthcare system?

We’re working with a specialist legal team recognised for representing clients in some of Ireland’s most high-profile and impactful medical negligence, defective product, and public health cases. With a strong legacy of client advocacy and legal excellence, this team offers a unique opportunity to build a rewarding career in a values-led environment.

This is an ideal role for a solicitor at any stage of their career who wants to specialise in medical negligence, defective medical products, and healthcare law, working on nationally significant litigation with real purpose.

Top 3 Reasons to Apply
• Handle complex, sensitive cases that make a meaningful difference
• Join a supportive, specialist team focused on health law and systemic advocacy
• Grow your career in a firm that prioritises development, flexibility and purpose

The Role
As a Medical Negligence Solicitor, you will:
• Advise on High Court litigation relating to misdiagnosis, surgical error, cerebral palsy, and birth injuries
• Act in claims involving defective medicines and medical devices (e.g. implants, thalidomide, sodium valproate)
• Represent families in fatal injury matters and inquests involving medical misadventure or workplace incidents
• Handle cases involving contaminated blood products (Hepatitis C, HIV)
• Work closely with clients and advocacy groups, offering compassionate, clear guidance throughout the legal process
• Contribute to public interest cases seeking reform in patient care and legal redress

The Person
We are interested in speaking with solicitors who:
• Are qualified in Ireland or another common law jurisdiction
• Have experience in litigation, ideally including medical negligence or personal injury
• Are confident working on complex cases involving experts and sensitive evidence
• Demonstrate empathy, professionalism and excellent communication skills
• Are motivated by work that has lasting social and legal impact

The Reward
• Competitive salary with bonus potential
• Flexible, hybrid working options
• Strong team support and professional development
• Work that is both challenging and meaningful
• A long-term career pathway in a niche and growing area of law

Next Steps
If youre a solicitor ready to specialise in medical negligence and health law, we’d love to hear from you. For a confidential conversation, contact Amy Davis at amy.davis@huntersavage.com.