Litigation Lawyer

Sellick Partnership Limited - Public Sector; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Litigation Lawyer for a locum role within a reputable local authority in London. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to balance office presence with remote work. The successful candidate will engage in a diverse range of litigation matters, including housing law and anti-social behaviour cases. Join a supportive team known for delivering high-quality legal services and enjoy a flexible working environment with the potential for a long-term contract. If you have the ambition and experience, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangement

Good variety of work

Competitive rate of pay

Likely long-term contract

Qualifications

• Experience working for a local authority is essential.
• Ability to handle a varied caseload of housing and general litigation matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload including possession and anti-social behaviour cases.
• Provide high-quality legal support and advice to the local authority.

Skills

Litigation

Housing Law

Anti-social Behaviour

Injunctions

Disrepair

Adult Social Care - Debt Recovery

Prosecutions

Job description

Litigation Lawyer

London Local Authority

Locum 3-month rolling contract

Full-time

Hybrid Working

Sellick Partnership is pleased to be working with a reputable local authority in London to find a Litigation Lawyer to join their team on a locum basis.

The Litigation role will last for a minimum of 3 months, but it is highly likely to be extended on a long-term rolling basis. The council is seeking someone who can work on a hybrid basis and attend the office once per week.

The Litigation Lawyer will be expected to have previous experience working for a local authority and will be required to handle a varied caseload of housing and general litigation matters including:

• Possession
• Anti-social Behaviour
• Injunctions
• Disrepair
• Adult Social Care - Debt Recovery
• Prosecutions (desired, not required)

Selling points:

• Good variety of work
• Flexible working arrangement
• Likely long-term contract
• Competitive rate of pay

The successful candidate will be joining a well-established team, who have a reputation for producing high-quality work and providing a high level of support to their locums.

If you have the necessary skills, experience, and ambition for this role please apply now via this advert.

Should you require further information or wish to discuss your suitability before applying please contact Maxine Beitler in our Manchester office for a confidential discussion.

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