Housing Disrepair Solicitor

2 days ago

Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Middleton Law Ltd Full time

Housing Disrepair Solicitor (3+ PQE)

PQE:
3+ years

Location:
Leeds-based (hybrid working available)

Employment:
Full-time or part-time

Salary:
Competitive and dependent on experience

Are you a solicitor who wants your legal work to have a visible impact on people's lives?

Middleton Law is looking for an experienced Housing Disrepair Solicitor
(3+ PQE)
to join our growing team.

You'll work with clients across England and Wales, helping tenants hold landlords accountable and secure safe, habitable homes. This is a fantastic opportunity to combine strong litigation skills with meaningful social impact - all within a flexible, supportive environment.

Apply now or for more information please call us on or email (no agencies please)


About Us

Middleton Law is a national law firm offering a wide range of services for both individuals and businesses.

We champion those seeking justice - often in challenging circumstances - while supporting entrepreneurs and growing organisations.

Our team of experienced solicitors uses technology intelligently to work flexibly and deliver exceptional results. We believe in balance: great work, without the burnout.

The Role

You'll manage a mixed caseload of housing disrepair claims, advising clients through every stage of the process - from initial assessment to resolution.

Typical work includes:

  • Managing a varied housing disrepair caseload (litigated and pre-litigated)
  • Drafting pleadings, witness statements and letters of claim
  • Liaising with clients, experts, and counsel
  • Negotiating settlements and attending hearings when required
  • Ensuring compliance with court deadlines and internal processes

Who We're Looking For

You will be a
solicitor qualified in England & Wales with 3+ years PQE
in housing disrepair or a related litigation area (e.g. civil litigation, landlord & tenant, property disputes) and will have:

  • Excellent client care and communication skills
  • Strong drafting and negotiation ability
  • A proactive, organised approach to case management
  • A genuine passion for access to justice and fair treatment for tenants

We are also open to hearing from solicitors with strong transferable skills from similar practice areas.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and bonus structure
  • Pension
  • Hybrid working (Leeds base + home working flexibility)
  • Supportive, experienced colleagues and a collaborative culture
  • Centralised admin and IT support
  • Marketing and business development support
  • A chance to make a tangible difference every day

Apply Now

If you're a 3+ PQE Solicitor who qualified in the UK and are ready to use your expertise to improve clients' lives within a growing firm we'd love to hear from you.

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