Housing Disrepair Lawyer

Douglas Scott Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas Scott Ltd is seeking a Housing Disrepair Solicitor to join a specialist claimant team in Manchester. You will handle a high-quality caseload within a supportive, well-resourced environment, focusing on housing disrepair matters and improving client outcomes.

You will work independently within a collaborative department, managing cases from inception to settlement, drafting documents, negotiating settlements, and maintaining excellent client care while developing expertise in a growing

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with evidence of practice in housing disrepair or related fields.
• Experience handling housing disrepair claims and familiarity with civil litigation processes.
• Strong litigation and negotiation skills to progress cases and secure settlements.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently while maintaining high service levels.
• Excellent client communication skills and ability to advise in clear terms.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of housing disrepair claims from inception to settlement
• Advise clients throughout the litigation process
• Draft legal documents and correspondence
• Negotiate settlements and progress claims efficiently
• Maintain excellent levels of client care

Skills

Qualified Solicitor

Experience in housing disrepair claims

Litigation skills

Negotiation skills

Caseload management

Client communication

Job description

Housing Disrepair Solicitor

Location: Manchester, Salary: Competitive

If you're a Housing Disrepair Solicitor looking for the opportunity to handle a high-quality caseload within a specialist litigation environment, this role offers the chance to join a well-established and highly successful claimant team with a strong reputation in the market.

You'll work within a busy and growing department acting on behalf of tenants in housing disrepair claims. The team continues to attract a significant volume of quality work, providing solicitors with the opportunity to manage a varied caseload while developing their expertise in an area of law that continues to see strong demand.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor who wants more than just a caseload. You'll be joining a collaborative environment where technical ability is valued, progression is encouraged, and success is recognised. Whether you're looking to build on your existing housing disrepair experience or take the next step in your litigation career, you'll benefit from working alongside experienced professionals in a specialist claimant practice.

The successful candidate will enjoy a high degree of autonomy while maintaining support from a well-resourced team. You'll play a key role in securing positive outcomes for clients facing issues such as damp, mould, leaks, pest infestations, and structural defects, helping to improve living conditions and achieve meaningful results.

What you'll do

• Manage a caseload of housing disrepair claims from inception to settlement
• Advise clients throughout the litigation process
• Draft legal documents and correspondence
• Negotiate settlements and progress claims efficiently
• Maintain excellent levels of client care

What you'll need

• Qualified Solicitor
• Previous experience handling housing disrepair claims
• Strong litigation and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage a caseload independently
• Excellent client communication skills

About the company

You’ll be joining a specialist claimant law firm with an established reputation in civil litigation. The firm continues to invest heavily in its people, systems, and growth, offering strong long-term career prospects and a supportive working environment.

For a confidential discussion or further information, please contact: Daniel Travis [e-mail]