Housing Disrepair Solicitor
£40,000 – £60,000
Location: Whitefield, Greater Manchester
A fantastic opportunity for a Housing Disrepair Solicitor or experienced Fee Earner to join a well-established, long-standing law firm based in Whitefield. This is a strong opportunity to become part of a respected practice with a growing litigation offering, working within a supportive team environment and handling a varied and interesting caseload. The firm has a solid reputation across Greater Manchester and is continuing to develop its housing disrepair and broader property litigation work, offering excellent long-term progression for the right individual. This role would suit someone looking to step into a stable but ambitious firm where quality of work is strong, autonomy is encouraged, and there is clear scope to progress as the department expands.
The Role:
* Managing a busy caseload of housing disrepair matters from initial instruction through to conclusion, ensuring all matters are progressed efficiently and in line with relevant protocols and court deadlines.
* Preparing letters of claim, particulars of claim, defences (where applicable), witness statements, schedules of loss, and other key litigation documents.
* Liaising with surveyors, environmental health officers, medical experts, and other professionals to obtain and review evidence, assess liability, and support quantum.
* Negotiating with opposing parties including landlords and housing associations, attending hearings where required, and preparing comprehensive trial bundles.
The Individual:
* Minimum 1 year PQE with fee-earning experience in housing disrepair or claimant civil litigation
* Experience working under the Housing Conditions Pre-Action Protocol desirable
* Strong working knowledge of CPR and litigation procedure
* Confident using case management systems (e.g. Proclaim or similar)
* Excellent organisation, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a busy caseload independently
* Strong communication skills when dealing with clients, experts, and opposing solicitors
Apply:
If you're interested in this Housing Disrepair Solicitor opportunity in Whitefield, please send your CV to: patric.McMahon@qedlegal.com or call 07946 239688 for a confidential discussion.
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