Job Title: Interim Housing Litigation Lawyer
Duration: Initial 3-month contract with a strong possibility of extension
Type: Hybrid - court attendance required, casework handled remotely We are collaborating with a large local authority based in the West Midlands whose legal services department Locum Housing Lawyer. This role will specialise in Homelessness law, to add to their established team on an interim basis for an initial 3-month period, with a high probability of extension.
The role primarily involves advising on matters relating to Housing Litigation and will play a pivotal role in advising the client department on homelessness-related matters. This role will not require working on housing disrepair matters as this is completed by another team within the organisation.
Dealt with anti-social behaviour based housing litigation work, mainly possessions and Housing act injunctions.
Primary dealt with housing disrepair claims requiring survey reports, disclosure of housing files.
Previous experience working within a local authority.
Proficient practical knowledge of housing litigation, particularly homelessness law.