Service Care Solutions is working with a Local Authority to recruit an experienced Housing Disrepair Lawyer to join its Legal Services team on a permanent basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and committed legal professional with a strong background in housing litigation to manage a varied and challenging caseload, with a particular focus on housing disrepair matters.
Location: Essex/Hybrid – 2 days per week in the office
Contract: Permanent
Working under the supervision of Principal and Senior Lawyers, you will take ownership of cases from pre-litigation through to the conclusion of proceedings, providing high-quality legal advice and representation while supporting the organisation in delivering effective housing services.
The successful candidate will also handle a range of wider housing litigation matters, including possession proceedings, injunctions, closure orders and enforcement actions.
Key Responsibilities as a Housing Disrepair Lawyer:
- Manage a varied caseload of housing disrepair matters, including both routine and high-value claims.
- Handle cases from the pre-action stage through to litigation and conclusion.
- Advise on and interpret the Pre-Action Protocol for Housing Conditions Claims.
- Manage housing possession proceedings, injunctions, closure orders and enforcement actions.
- Provide clear, accurate and commercially focused legal advice to internal clients and colleagues.
- Represent the Local Authority in County Court and Magistrates' Court proceedings, undertaking advocacy where required.
- Permanent position with a Local Authority.
- Hybrid working arrangement with just 2 days per week required in the office.
Housing Disrepair Solicitor in Essex employer: Service Care Solutions
As a leading non-maintained special school in Billingshurst, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to the holistic development of our students and staff. Our supportive work culture fosters professional growth through continuous development opportunities, while our comprehensive benefits package, including mental health support and flexible pay options, ensures the wellbeing of our team. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of students with special educational needs, all within a vibrant and innovative environment.
