Litigation Lawyer for Local Authorities

3 weeks ago


Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom CRA GROUP LIMITED Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Litigation Lawyer to join our team at CRA GROUP LIMITED.

The successful candidate will provide strategic high-level legal advice to the Council's Members and Officers, supporting the Principal Lawyer and Legal Services management team in the provision of legal solutions in Housing and Litigation and related areas.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Principal Lawyer in meeting the strategic aims of the Legal Services department.
  • Build positive relationships with customers, assisting the Principal Lawyer in the role as relationship manager.
  • Develop and market new and innovative solutions to support the Principal Lawyer in maximising and improving income generation.
  • Lead and manage a team in a shared back office support service, including lawyers, legal officers, and support staff.

Requirements

  • Must have litigation experience within a local government setting.
  • Ability to provide high-quality solution-focused legal work in more than one discipline and across multiple sites.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.


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