Dispute Resolution Lawyer

2 weeks ago


UK, UK, United Kingdom James Andrews Recruitment Solutions Ltd Full time

We are currently working in partnership with Legal Firm who are recruiting for a Housing Litigation Lawyer on a locum basis for 3-months initially.


The position is due to start immediately with the hourly rate of pay is £50.00 via an umbrella company.


The ideal candidate will have experience within Local Government, and be able to attend Court or the office in South London on a once-a-week basis.


Duties will include (but are not limited to):

  • Undertaking all aspects of Housing Litigation, with a focus on unauthorised occupation, possession claims, trespass, rent arrears, injunctions and homelessness applications
  • Managing a full caseload of Housing Law and housing management advisory work through to completion
  • Representing the Council at the Law Courts, Tribunals and meetings as required
  • Supporting the City Solicitor and Legal team with regard to the conduct of legal casework


Experience required:

  • Experience working within a Local Government


Rewards and Benefits:

  • Hybrid working
  • Flexible working days


Working hours:

  • 35 hours per week
  • Monday – Friday


Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.


James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.


At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.


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