Joe Evans

Dedicated Personal Injury Associate with over 8 years of experience achieving successful results for clients through considered negotiation and robust case management. Proven track record of securing settlements and billing over £1M to date, combining strong negotiation skills with a client-focused approach delivering a supportive and professional legal service. Adept at managing high-volume caseloads, driving strategic case outcomes, and aligning legal work with client objectives and firm performance goals.

Skilled in case strategy, litigation and consistent in exceeding performance expectations driving successful outcomes in high-pressure environments.

Associate - JMW Solicitors LLP - Manchester

(2017-10 - 2026-04)

• Consistently exceeded billing targets, generating over £1M in revenue across eight years and contributing significantly to departmental growth.
• Secured multiple high-value settlements — including awards of £150,000, £75,000, and £50,000 — achieving outstanding client satisfaction ratings.
• Managed a caseload of 180+ road traffic personal injury claims from inception to settlement, consistently exceeding performance targets.
• Provided clear, empathetic client communication, leading to repeat instructions and consistently positive feedback.
• Liaised with senior solicitors, medical experts and counsel to develop aligned strategies, secure favourable settlements, and achieve shared objectives.
• Drafted and prepared key litigation documents including particulars of claim, schedules of loss, witness statements, and instructions to counsel.
• Ensured strict compliance with court directions, limitation deadlines, MOJ Portal procedures, CPR, and firm protocols.

Litigation Executive - Thorneycroft Solicitors - Macclesfield

(2016-08 - 2017-09)

• Managed a high-volume caseload of MOJ Portal road traffic accident claims from instruction through to settlement, ensuring compliance with MOJ protocol and court deadlines.
• Negotiated settlements with insurers and defendant solicitors to achieve timely, cost-effective outcomes.
• Delivered consistent billing performance, meeting or exceeding monthly financial and productivity targets.
• Ensured high standards of client care, providing clear updates and managing expectations throughout the claims process.
• Assessed liability and quantum issues, carrying out risk analysis to determine case strategy and likelihood of success.
• Prepared and reviewed key legal documentation including CNFs, liability responses, witness statements, medical evidence, and settlement packs.

Paralegal - Pannone/Slater & Gordon - Manchester

(2014-05 - 2016-08)

• Independently managed a personal caseload of subrogated claims under supervision, ensuring timely and effective progression of all matters.
• Conducted preliminary assessments of claims, including client interviews, case evaluations with solicitors, and funding discussions; drafted outcome letters clearly outlining legal positions where claims could not proceed.
• Liaised and negotiated with a wide range of external parties— including costs draftsmen, counsel, medical experts, solicitors, and agencies — to resolve enquiries and progress cases.
• Applied strong knowledge of legal precedents, with particular expertise in travel law.
• Raised provisional, interim, and final bills on a monthly basis, ensuring accurate billing of all time and disbursements process foreign payments, and arrange payments to experts and counsel.

BA (Hons) - Sociology - University of Sheffield (2007 - 2010)

A Levels - Sociology (A), English Language (B), French (C) - Fallibroome High School

GCSEs - 11 GCSEs A–C including Maths & English - Fallibroome High School