Title: Housing Disrepair Solicitors - Director level
A Legal 500, Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Housing Solicitors (Director level) for highly sought permanent position.
Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Our client’s accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm.
Housing Department Background:
Our client’s Housing team, ranked by The Legal 500 directory for its services across England and Wales, provides assistance to both landlords and tenants on all housing issues. Their practitioners are highly experienced in finding solutions to housing disputes and aim to address the issues quickly and effectively. Our client offers lawyer supported dispute resolution or alternative dispute resolution (ADR) as a means to resolve housing disrepair matters. Their department also regularly represents clients in the courts for unlawful eviction, possession proceedings and prepare applications for judicial review in cases of homelessness.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met
Lead and develop the Housing Disrepair practice, providing technical expertise and strategic direction.
Manage a varied caseload of Housing Disrepair matters, including complex claims.
Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities
Ensure compliance with SRA, Legal Aid Agency and internal quality standards.
Prepare and review pre-action correspondence, pleadings, witness statements, schedules of loss and settlement agreements.
Instruct and liaise with surveyors, experts, local authorities, housing associations and other relevant stakeholders.
Undertake advocacy where appropriate and oversee complex litigation matters.
Assist with the delivery of training, supervision and professional development within the department.
Prepare and manage Legal Aid funding applications where applicable.
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Housing Disrepair Solicitor employer: GEMINI RECRUITMENT SERVICES LTD Careers
As a leading law firm in Manchester, our client offers an exceptional work environment that prioritises employee growth and development, supported by their Investors in People Gold Accreditation. With a strong focus on collaboration and a commitment to diversity, employees benefit from a supportive team culture, competitive salary packages, and the opportunity to engage in meaningful work that directly impacts the community. The firm's dedication to professional development ensures that team members can thrive in their careers while contributing to a top-tier legal practice recognised by The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners.
Contact Details:
GEMINI RECRUITMENT SERVICES LTD Careers Recruitment Team
