Overview
We are continuing the growth of the new team with the addition of a Senior Litigation Lawyer to sit within the Corporate Legal area.
Responsibilities
* Housing disrepair claims
* Possession claims for antisocial behaviour, rent arrears etc
* Advice on commercial tenancies
* Judicial Review matters
* Advocacy at the County Court/High Court as may be required
* Defending general litigation matters initiated against the council
* Assisting with policy and procedures related to civil litigation
* Assisting with insurance claims for personal injury
* Assisting with criminal litigation and/or licensing matters as may be required
* Assisting in the training and supervision of Paralegals and Legal Assistants as may be required
If you have experience in litigation, particularly housing matters and general civil litigation, we want to hear from you. Skills in criminal litigation would be welcome but are not essential for this role.
Why Join Us
No two days are the same at West Northants. We deliver legal services across a wide range of council departments giving you exposure to a broad range of legal work.
Therefore, if you are looking to further develop your existing local government experience, change sector into local government or return to work after a career break, you won't find a better place to do so.
Culture & Values
At West Northants Council, it's about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people. Our vision is 'to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive'. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality.
Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.
We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.
Employment Details
We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partner.
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