Summary: The Housing Condition Claims Lawyer will manage a caseload of housing condition claims for a local authority, focusing on developing strong defense strategies. The role requires providing legal advice, conducting advocacy, and briefing counsel as necessary. This position is primarily remote but requires occasional office attendance. The contract duration is 3-6 months with the possibility of extension.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handling a caseload of housing condition claims, ensuring robust defence strategies.
• Providing legal advice and liaising with client departments.
• Conducting advocacy, including attending hearings and small claims trials.
• Briefing counsel as required.

Key Skills:

• Proven experience in housing condition claims.
• Strong advocacy skills, with the ability to attend court hearings.
• Ability to work independently and manage a high caseload efficiently.
• Experience within a local authority.

Salary (Rate): 55

City: Bristol

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Legal