Personal Injury Solicitor Salary in Surrey 2026
Salary benchmarks for personal injury solicitors in Surrey, 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 28 regulated firms in the area.
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Annual salary ranges for personal injury solicitors in Surrey 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) | £47,500 £38,000–£56,500 | £50,500 £42,000–£61,000 | £65,000 £52,500–£82,000 | £54,500 £46,000–£67,000 |
| 2-3 PQE | £54,000 £43,000–£65,000 | £59,000 £48,500–£70,500 | £73,500 £59,000–£94,500 | £63,000 £52,500–£77,500 |
| 4-5 PQE | £63,000 £50,000–£76,000 | £68,500 £55,500–£82,000 | £86,000 £67,000–£113,500 | £73,500 £59,000–£92,500 |
| 6-8 PQE | £74,500 £56,500–£92,500 | £80,000 £63,000–£98,500 | £103,000 £79,000–£136,500 | £86,000 £67,000–£110,500 |
| 8+ PQE | £84,000 £65,000–£110,500 | £94,500 £73,500–£124,000 | £124,000 £92,500–£168,000 | £103,000 £79,000–£136,500 |
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 Surrey. NQ salaries shown; the premium for larger firms widens with seniority.
High Street / Boutique
£47,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £38,000–£56,500
8+ PQE: up to £110,500
Regional / Mid-size
£50,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £42,000–£61,000
8+ PQE: up to £124,000
City / National
£65,000
NQ (typical)
Range: £52,500–£82,000
8+ PQE: up to £168,000
In-house
£54,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £46,000–£67,000
8+ PQE: up to £136,500
Non-qualified Roles
Salary benchmarks for support and fee-earning roles in Surrey 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 | £28,500 £27,000–£30,500 | £30,000 £28,000–£32,500 | £32,500 £30,000–£37,000 | £31,000 £28,500–£34,500 |
| 1-3 years | £30,000 £28,000–£32,500 | £32,000 £29,500–£35,500 | £36,000 £32,500–£41,500 | £33,500 £30,500–£38,000 |
| 3-5 years | £32,000 £29,500–£35,000 | £34,500 £31,500–£39,000 | £40,000 £35,000–£46,000 | £37,000 £32,500–£42,000 |
| 5+ years | £34,500 £31,500–£39,000 | £38,000 £33,500–£44,000 | £44,000 £38,500–£52,500 | £41,000 £35,500–£48,500 |
Legal Secretary / PA
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £27,000 £25,500–£28,500 | £28,500 £27,000–£30,500 | £32,000 £29,500–£35,500 | £30,000 £28,000–£32,500 |
| 1-3 years | £28,000 £26,500–£29,500 | £30,000 £28,000–£32,500 | £34,500 £31,500–£39,500 | £32,000 £29,500–£35,500 |
| 3-5 years | £29,000 £27,000–£31,000 | £32,000 £29,500–£34,500 | £38,000 £33,500–£43,000 | £34,500 £31,500–£39,000 |
| 5+ years | £31,000 £28,500–£34,500 | £34,000 £31,000–£39,000 | £38,500 £34,000–£45,000 | £38,000 £33,500–£44,000 |
Fee Earner / Legal Executive
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £31,500 £29,500–£34,500 | £34,500 £31,500–£39,000 | £39,500 £34,500–£45,000 | £37,000 £32,500–£42,000 |
| 1-3 years | £33,500 £31,000–£37,500 | £38,000 £33,500–£42,000 | £44,000 £38,500–£51,500 | £41,000 £35,500–£47,500 |
| 3-5 years | £38,000 £33,500–£42,000 | £42,000 £37,000–£48,500 | £50,000 £42,000–£59,500 | £45,000 £39,000–£53,500 |
| 5+ years | £42,000 £37,000–£49,500 | £47,500 £40,000–£58,000 | £56,500 £47,500–£69,500 | £51,500 £43,000–£63,000 |
Personal Injury Firms in Surrey
Regulated personal injury firms in Surrey on the SRA register. Salaries above reflect the market across these firms.
360 Law Services Limited
Lightwater
Audley Chaucer Limited
Esher
Campbell Courtney & Cooney
Camberley
Charles Russell Speechlys Trustees (uk) Limited
Guildford
Charles Russell Speechlys Trustees Limited
Guildford
Clyde & Co LLP
Also known as Clyde & Co (practising As Clyde & Co Llp)
Guildford
Dale and Newbery LLP
Also known as Dale and Newbery (trading Style of Dale and Newbery Llp)
Staines
Dmh Stallard LLP
Also known as Brookman Solicitors
Guildford
Dutton Gregory LLP
Woking
Halco Nominees Limited
Guildford
Halewood Limited
Redhill
Hart Brown LLP
Woking
Helen Clifford Law Limited
Cranleigh
Howell-jones LLP
Also known as Chivers Easton Brown Solicitors a Division of Howe (practising Style for Howell-jones Llp), Howell Jones Solicitors Incorporating Taylor Willcox (practising Style for Howell-jones Llp), Harveys a Division of Howell Jones Solicitors, Howell Jones Solicitors Incorporating Chivers East, Howell Jones Solicitors Incorporating Taylor Willcox (practising Style for Howell-jones Ll, Taylor Willcocks a Division of Howell-jones LLP
Leatherhead
Kilgannon & Partners LLP
Also known as Just Employment Solicitors, Springhouse Solicitors
Godalming
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for a newly qualified personal injury solicitor in Surrey?
Newly qualified personal injury solicitors in Surrey typically earn between £38,000 and £82,000 depending on firm size, with boutique and high street firms around £47,500, mid-size firms around £50,500 and City or national firms around £65,000.
What does a personal injury solicitor earn at 4 to 5 PQE in Surrey?
At 4 to 5 PQE, personal injury solicitors in Surrey typically earn between £50,000 and £113,500 depending on firm size, with boutique firms around £63,000, mid-size around £68,500 and City or national firms around £86,000.
How does firm size affect personal injury solicitor salaries in Surrey?
Firm size has a significant impact on salary. At NQ level in Surrey, a high street or boutique firm typically pays around £47,500, while a City or national firm may pay £65,000 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 Surrey in 2026?
Entry-level paralegals in Surrey typically earn between £27,000 and £32,500 depending on firm size, with boutique firms around £28,500 and mid-size firms around £30,000. With 5 or more years of experience, the range rises to £31,500 to £44,000, with boutique firms around £34,500 and mid-size around £38,000, 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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