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Housing Litigation Solicitor | National | Up to £70,000 salary

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly experienced Social Housing Litigation solicitor to lead complex, high-value claims while assisting senior leadership in shaping the team’s direction.

This position offers the opportunity to take a leading role in managing complex legal matters, providing strategic counsel to high-profile clients, managing and training junior members of the team and playing an integral part in the continued success and growth of a highly respected practice.

The firm is renowned for delivering exceptional legal services across the voluntary, public, and private sectors, including housing associations, local authorities, and co-operatives.

You will manage a diverse and challenging caseload, working closely with Partners and Senior Associates on complex, high-stakes matters while also overseeing and developing your own portfolio of cases.

Key responsibilities include

• Leading housing litigation claims on behalf of social housing providers
• Overseeing cases involving housing disrepair, statutory nuisance claims, anti-social behaviour, possession proceedings, and housing-related personal injury claims
• Drafting complex legal documents, including pleadings, witness statements, and correspondence
• Conducting disclosure, interviewing witnesses, and undertaking detailed legal research
• Preparing court documents, including instructions to Counsel
• Assisting with the preparation of hearings, including managing evidence and preparing bundles
• Providing high-level advice to clients and negotiating favourable settlements
• Ensuring compliance with case management protocols and key deadlines

The Candidate

• Qualified solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with at least 5 years’ experience in Housing Litigation, preferably on behalf of the Landlord
• A high level of technical proficiency and the capability to manage complex, high-value claims independently
• In-depth knowledge of pre-litigation claims handling and advancing matters through litigation
• Exceptional client relationship management skills, with a focus on providing strategic, solution-driven advice
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to effectively manage multiple cases under pressure
• Experience Supervising junior members if the team
• Proficiency with case and financial management systems (training available if necessary)
• A proactive and professional approach, with a commitment to personal development and team leadership

The Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience – up to £70K
• A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment
• Clear opportunities for career progression and professional development
• Hybrid & Flexible working options
• A firm-wide commitment to diversity and equal opportunities

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact Danielle Lawton Retained Consultant

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• Seniority level Associate

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function Legal
• Industries Staffing and Recruiting, Law Practice, and Legal Services

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