Job Description
Litigation Solicitor
We are hiring! Join a growing team delivering market-leading legal services to the Private Rented Sector.
With over 30 years experience in the industry, Legal For Lettings is one of the leading law firms that supports the UKs vibrant private rented sector.
As part of the prestigious PIB Insurance Group, our office has more than 300 dedicated team members working hard every day to support letting agents, landlords and tenants across the whole of the UK.
Job purpose
* Manage a portfolio of Landlord & Tenant and Dispute Resolution matters. You will be supported by Paralegals and Support Assistants to deliver outstanding client outcomes. You will:
* Draft, review and approve possession proceedings, applications, warrants and supporting documents (witness statements, costs schedules).
* Set litigation strategy, assess prospects, and advise a paralegal team on risk mitigation.
* Contribute to team development through mentoring and training as you progress.
You may also be asked to undertake other reasonable duties from time to time.
Key responsibilities
1. Manage client files to the highest standard, ensuring a market-leading service.
2. Draft pre-action correspondence (Letters of Claim, Possession Notices).
3. Prepare and run applications: possession, money claims, general applicati...