Locum Housing Lawyer

Summary: The role of Locum Housing Lawyer involves providing legal advice and conducting litigation for a South London Council, focusing on public sector housing litigation, particularly disrepair cases. The position is suitable for qualified Solicitors or Barristers with local authority experience, and it requires handling a variety of housing matters in court and tribunals. The role is initially locum for 3 months, with the potential for extension, and requires some office presence and court attendance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise client officers on housing litigation matters.
• Conduct litigation on behalf of the council.
• Progress disrepair cases from start to finish.
• Handle possession, succession, and non-occupation/subletting claims.
• Ensure compliance with pre-action protocols and Civil Procedure Rules.
• Attend court hearings as required.

Key Skills:

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister.
• Experience in public sector housing litigation.
• Knowledge of disrepair cases.
• Familiarity with pre-action protocols and Civil Procedure Rules.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Adaptability to local authority settings.

Salary (Rate): £55

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Legal