Personal Injury Solicitor Salary in Staffordshire 2026
Salary benchmarks for personal injury solicitors in Staffordshire, from newly qualified (NQ) through to 8+ PQE, broken down by firm size. Includes paralegal, legal secretary and fee earner ranges. Data is based on market benchmarking across 19 regulated firms in the area.
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Annual salary ranges for personal injury solicitors in Staffordshire by experience level and firm type. Mid-point figures shown; hover or expand for full range.
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newly qualified (0-1 PQE) | £40,500 £32,500–£48,500 | £44,500 £35,500–£53,500 | £51,000 £40,500–£61,000 | £46,500 £37,500–£56,000 |
| 2-3 PQE | £46,500 £37,000–£56,000 | £51,000 £40,500–£61,000 | £58,000 £46,500–£70,000 | £53,000 £42,500–£64,500 |
| 4-5 PQE | £54,000 £43,000–£65,500 | £59,500 £47,500–£72,000 | £67,500 £53,500–£81,500 | £62,000 £49,000–£75,000 |
| 6-8 PQE | £64,000 £48,500–£79,000 | £70,000 £53,500–£87,500 | £80,000 £61,000–£99,000 | £73,500 £56,000–£91,000 |
| 8+ PQE | £72,000 £56,000–£94,500 | £79,000 £61,000–£104,000 | £90,000 £70,000–£118,500 | £83,000 £64,500–£108,500 |
Figures are regional estimates for guidance only. Actual salaries vary by firm, candidate profile, and negotiation.
Salary by Firm Size
How personal injury solicitor pay varies across firm types in Staffordshire. NQ salaries shown; the premium for larger firms widens with seniority.
High Street / Boutique
£40,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £32,500–£48,500
8+ PQE: up to £94,500
Regional / Mid-size
£44,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £35,500–£53,500
8+ PQE: up to £104,000
City / National
£51,000
NQ (typical)
Range: £40,500–£61,000
8+ PQE: up to £118,500
In-house
£46,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £37,500–£56,000
8+ PQE: up to £108,500
Non-qualified Roles
Salary benchmarks for support and fee-earning roles in Staffordshire personal injury teams. Figures use a mid-size firm baseline.
Paralegal
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £27,000 £25,500–£29,000 | £29,000 £27,500–£31,500 | £29,000 £27,500–£31,500 | £31,000 £29,500–£33,500 |
| 1-3 years | £28,500 £26,500–£31,000 | £31,000 £28,500–£33,500 | £31,000 £28,500–£33,500 | £33,000 £30,500–£35,500 |
| 3-5 years | £30,500 £28,000–£33,500 | £33,000 £30,000–£36,000 | £33,000 £30,000–£36,000 | £35,000 £32,000–£38,500 |
| 5+ years | £33,000 £30,000–£37,000 | £35,500 £32,500–£40,000 | £35,500 £32,500–£40,000 | £38,000 £34,500–£42,500 |
Legal Secretary / PA
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £25,500 £24,500–£27,000 | £27,500 £26,500–£29,000 | £27,500 £26,500–£29,000 | £29,500 £28,000–£31,000 |
| 1-3 years | £26,500 £25,000–£28,000 | £28,500 £27,000–£30,000 | £28,500 £27,000–£30,000 | £30,500 £28,500–£32,000 |
| 3-5 years | £27,500 £25,500–£29,500 | £29,500 £27,500–£32,000 | £29,500 £27,500–£32,000 | £31,500 £29,500–£34,000 |
| 5+ years | £29,500 £27,000–£33,000 | £32,000 £29,000–£35,500 | £32,000 £29,000–£35,500 | £34,000 £31,000–£38,000 |
Fee Earner / Legal Executive
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £27,000 £25,000–£29,500 | £29,000 £27,000–£32,000 | £29,000 £27,000–£32,000 | £31,000 £29,000–£34,000 |
| 1-3 years | £29,000 £26,500–£32,000 | £31,000 £28,500–£34,500 | £31,000 £28,500–£34,500 | £33,500 £30,500–£37,000 |
| 3-5 years | £32,500 £29,000–£36,000 | £35,000 £31,000–£39,000 | £35,000 £31,000–£39,000 | £37,500 £33,500–£41,500 |
| 5+ years | £36,000 £31,500–£42,500 | £39,000 £34,000–£45,500 | £39,000 £34,000–£45,500 | £41,500 £36,500–£48,500 |
Personal Injury Firms in Staffordshire
Regulated personal injury firms in Staffordshire on the SRA register. Salaries above reflect the market across these firms.
A F Brooks & Company
Stoke-on-trent
Beswicks Solicitors LLP
Stoke-on-trent
Brayford Solicitors Limited
Stoke-on-trent
Charltons Solicitors Limited
Stoke-on-trent
David J Foster & Co (solicitors) Ltd
Also known as Baxters, Hoole & Co, Lexvisa, Ukc Legal, Tblp, Greenhouse Stirton & Co, Chapman & Chubb, Djf Solicitors, Burtons Legal Group, Judkins, Eric Bowes & Co
Tamworth
Dicksons Solicitors Limited
Stoke-on-trent
Hand Morgan & Owen
Stafford
Knights Professional Services Limited
Also known as Cl Medilaw, Integrar, Knights
Newcastle-under-lyme
Lexadeen Solicitors Ltd
Stoke-on-trent
Mark Redler Solicitors Limited
Stafford
Mh Solicitors LLP
Stoke-on-trent
Pickering & Butters LLP
Stafford
Salmons Solicitors Ltd
Also known as Salmons Solicitors (practising Style for Salmons Solicitors Ltd)
Newcastle Under Lyme
Smiths (solicitors) LLP
Also known as Smith Partnership
Burton-on-trent
Taj Mughal Limited
Stoke-on-trent
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for a newly qualified personal injury solicitor in Staffordshire?
A newly qualified personal injury solicitor in Staffordshire earns between £35,500 and £53,500 at a mid-size regional firm, with a typical mid-point of £44,500. City or national firms may pay significantly more.
What does a personal injury solicitor earn at 4–5 PQE in Staffordshire?
At 4 to 5 years post-qualification experience, a personal injury solicitor in Staffordshire earns between £47,500 and £72,000 at a regional firm, with a mid-point of £59,500.
How does firm size affect personal injury solicitor salaries in Staffordshire?
Firm size has a significant impact on salary. At NQ level in Staffordshire, a high street or boutique firm typically pays around £40,500, while a City or national firm may pay £51,000 or more. The premium widens at senior levels, where large firms can pay substantially above regional norms.
What is the salary for a paralegal in Staffordshire in 2026?
Paralegal salaries in Staffordshire start at around £27,500 for entry-level positions and rise to £40,000 or more with 5+ years of experience, based on 2026 benchmarking data.
Where does LawBoard salary data come from?
LawBoard salary benchmarks are derived from market data covering law firms registered with the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Figures are adjusted for region and practice area using established market multipliers. They represent typical ranges for guidance only and are updated periodically.
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Firm data sourced from the Solicitors Regulation Authority register. Salary benchmarks are regional estimates for guidance only and are not specific to any individual firm. Recruitment support available via RecQuest.