Civil Litigation Lawyer

ZipRecruiter; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in London is seeking an experienced Civil Litigation/Property Litigation Lawyer for an initial three-month contract. The ideal candidate will handle a mixed caseload, including leasehold service charge recovery and claims under the Equality Act. Local government experience is relevant, and candidates available on short notice are preferred. This role provides an opportunity to contribute to impactful legal work within the community.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in all of the areas mentioned is essential.
• Local government experience is relevant.
• Candidates available on short notice are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle a mixed caseload including leasehold service charge recovery.
• Manage claims under the Equality Act and general debt recovery.
• Collaborate with other teams for cost order enforcement.

Skills

Civil Litigation

Property Litigation

Equality Act claims

Debt Recovery

Job description

Overview

A local authority based in London is seeking a Civil Litigation/Property Litigation Lawyer for an initial period of three months.

Responsibilities

• Handle a mixed caseload from the outset, including leasehold service charge recovery (which may involve the FTT).
• Manage claims under the Equality Act and general debt recovery.
• Collaborate with other teams that pass cost orders to this department for enforcement.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in all of the areas mentioned is essential.
• Local government experience is relevant.
• Due to the urgent nature of the role, candidates available on short notice are preferred.

Notes

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