Job Description
Service Care Solutions is working alongside a forward-thinking local authority, based in Somerset, which is seeking an experienced Litigation Solicitor to join their team. In this role you will be providing expert legal advice and support to clients in a wide range of complex litigation matters.
Role: Litigation Solicitor
Location: Somerset – hybrid
Umbrella Rate: £55-£60ph
PAYE inc. rate: £48.41 - £52.76ph
Contract: 3 months ongoing, 25 hours per week
Key responsibilities of the Litigation Solicitor role:
1. Handle a mixed caseload of litigation legal matters from start to completion.
2. The caseload will include but is not limited to homelessness, housing disrepair, Debt recovery, possession proceedings, anti-social behaviour, Traveller encampments, regulatory prosecutions and some SEN.
3. Support junior colleagues and legal assistants within the department.
Key Requirements:
4. Qualified solicitor with 2+ years of experience in litigation matters.
5. Strong legal knowledge and experience in litigation matters. A key focus will be housing disrepair so extensive experience in this would be beneficial.
6. Familiarity with the Pre-Action Protocol and civil procedure rules that apply to housing disrepair law.
Benefits included with the Litigation Solicitor position:
7. Weekly pay – the rate offered will depend upon experience, interview performance and competency.
8. Hybrid working.
9. Flexible hours.
If this litigation solicitor role sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes on 01772208969, or email Hugh.Barnes@servicecare.org.uk.
We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.