Discreet Civil Litigation Specialist for South West Local Authority

5 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Venn Group Full time
Key Information

Job Type: Locum Civil Litigation Lawyer

Location: Remote working, with occasional court attendance in the South West region

Hourly Rate: Up to £55 per hour Umbrella, depending on experience

About the Role

Venn Group's specialist Public Sector Legal team is partnering with a South West Local Authority to find a skilled Locum Civil Litigation Lawyer.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the authority's team, providing expert advice and support in various areas of civil litigation, including judicial review, special education needs and disability (SEND), property litigation, general highways advice, possession proceedings, and liaison with gypsy traveller communities.

A key aspect of this role is to provide advice to maintained schools on parental disputes and to offer guidance on planning and criminal law matters where relevant.

Requirements

To be considered for this position, you should be a qualified lawyer with recent local government experience, preferably at county or unitary level.

Your expertise should cover one or more of the following areas: judicial review, SEND, property litigation, general highways advice, possession proceedings, and gypsy traveller liaison advice.

Additionally, experience in planning and criminal law is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

This is an excellent opportunity to work as a Locum Civil Litigation Lawyer with a reputable South West Local Authority, offering a competitive hourly rate of up to £55 per hour Umbrella, depending on your experience.

You will have the flexibility to work remotely, with occasional travel to attend court when necessary.



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