Housing Disrepair Solicitor

Simpson Judge; Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm is looking for an experienced Housing Disrepair Solicitor to join their Blackburn office. This role involves managing a caseload of housing disrepair matters and providing legal advice to vulnerable tenants. The firm offers a hybrid working model and a supportive team environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits

23 days holiday + bank holidays, increasing with service

Birthday off work

Social events

Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE in housing disrepair or related litigation.
• Confident handling a full caseload independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of litigated and pre-litigated housing disrepair claims.
• Provide clear, practical legal advice to clients.
• Prepare legal documents, statements, and evidence bundles.

Skills

Knowledge of landlord and tenant law

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Drafting skills

Case management

Education

Qualified solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

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Housing Disrepair Solicitor (3+ PQE)

Location: Blackburn

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Working Pattern: Hybrid (Minimum 2 days per week in the office)

We are seeking an experienced Housing Disrepair Solicitor (3+ PQE) to join our expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and knowledgeable solicitor looking to work on high-quality cases in a supportive, flexible environment.

About the Role:

You will manage a caseload of housing disrepair matters from inception to resolution, advising tenants on their legal rights and pursuing claims against local authorities and housing associations. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in securing justice and improving living conditions for vulnerable tenants.

• Manage a varied caseload of litigated and pre-litigated housing disrepair claims
• Supervising junior fee earners
• Provide clear, practical legal advice to clients
• Conduct negotiations and advocacy where appropriate
• Prepare legal documents, statements, and evidence bundles
• Maintain accurate case records and adhere to compliance requirements

What We're Looking For:

• A qualified solicitor in England & Wales with at least 3 years PQE in housing disrepair or related litigation
• Strong knowledge of landlord and tenant law, particularly housing disrepair legislation
• Confident handling a full caseload independently
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and drafting skills
• Proactive, organised, and passionate about access to justice

What We Offer:

• Hybrid working model with a minimum of 2 days in the office
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• 23 days holiday + bank + increase with service
• Gifts and holidays for milestones of service at firm
• Birthday off work
• Social events
• Referral Scheme

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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