Housing Disrepair Paralegal - £30,000 - £37,000
Location: Deansgate, Central Manchester
A fantastic opportunity for a Housing Disrepair Paralegal to join a leading legal service provider's brand new firm based in Central Manchester. A new firm is being set up in a beautiful, iconic building just off Deansgate, and this is an exciting opportunity to join the team at an early stage of its growth. Full training will be provided and you, along with the rest of the first response team, will be the first point of contact for all new housing disrepair and property litigation instructions given to the firm. The firm specialises in litigation and will initially deal with legal matters relating to housing disrepair, property disputes and housing law. This group has some of the best funding available and the support of a leading North West firm. They also offer an excellent opportunity for individuals to progress into a senior position quickly due to their rapid expansion.
The Role
* Case Management: Managing an active caseload of disrepair matters independently or under supervision.
* Legal Drafting: Preparing formal court documents, witness statements, and instructions to Counsel.
* Evidence Gathering: Liaising with surveyors and medical experts to review reports and assess the extent of liability and damages.
* Litigation & Settlements: Negotiating settlements with landlords and preparing trial bundles for court hearings.
The Individual
* Education: A Law Degree (LLB), CILEX qualification, or LPC is standard.
* Experience: Most roles require at least 1 year of experience specifically in housing disrepair or contentious civil litigation.
* Technical Skills: Proficiency in case management systems like Proclaim is frequently required.
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