Housing Disrepair Lawyer

Locum Housing Disrepair Lawyer – 3 months + – Full Time – Up to £50 per hour Umbrella – Midlands

Position: Locum Housing Disrepair Lawyer
Organisation: Midlands based Local Authority
Duration: 3 months + strong likelihood of extension agreed thereafter
Working Pattern: Full-Time
Working Arrangement: Predominately remote working, once a week attendance in the office
Hourly Rate: Up to £50 per hour Umbrella

The ideal candidate will have prior experience working within a Local Authority and can demonstrate knowledge of Housing Litigation matters, with a focus on Disrepair matters especially section 11 work.

Duties may include:
• Undertake all aspects of legal work relating to Housing Disrepair
• Manage Housing Disrepair cases at all stages of Pre-Litigation/Litigation
• Ensure compliance with the Housing Disrepair Pre-Action Protocol
• Represent the Council in court and Conduct advocacy where appropriate
• Negotiate and draft complex and sensitive agreements and documents in the area of Housing Disrepair and provide clear case strategy on cases
• Assess evidence in relation to Housing disrepair matters and determine the likely prospects of success and the public interest in prosecuting matters

If you’re interested in this Locum Housing Disrepair Lawyer position, you can apply for this role online or contact Sam Cox or Amelia Thomas directly via phone or email for further information on:
midlandslegal@venngroup.com
07441916435
Job Reference: J92186