Title: Housing Solicitor
A Legal 500, Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Housing Solicitors 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 Department Director
Responsible for all aspects of Housing work and on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members
Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities
Assisting with a diverse caseload of public and private housing matters, such as: Homelessness applications and appeals, Disrepair claims, Eviction and possession proceedings, Property ownership disputes, Unlawful eviction cases, Succession rights for tenants, Neighbourhood and anti-social behaviour issues.
Conducting your own advocacy where appropriate
Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases
Dealing with correspondence
Maintaining accurate time costing procedures
Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly
Ensuring compliance with file management
Key Skills Required
Qualified Solicitor with a valid Practising Certificate.
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Housing Solicitor - Manchester 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
