Litigation Solicitor

Novax Recruitment Ltd; Croydon; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading housing association is seeking a Litigation Solicitor or Barrister to join their in-house legal team, focusing on housing management and landlord & tenant litigation matters. The role offers flexible working arrangements, an initial contract of 2+ months, and involves handling a caseload of complex legal issues. Ideal candidates will have the necessary qualifications and a strong background in housing law.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister required.
• Strong understanding of housing law and litigation.
• Experience in County Court or First Tier Tribunal.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and representation for housing management issues.
• Handle litigation matters including anti-social behaviour injunctions.
• Draft legal documents including pleadings and witness statements.

Skills

Excellent drafting skills

Strong understanding of housing law

Communication skills

IT skills (Microsoft Office suite)

Education

Qualified Solicitor with a current Law Society practising certificate

Barrister with Bar Council certification and litigation rights

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Litigation Solicitor - Southern Housing
Location: Flexible (likely hybrid)
Pay: £30 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract: Initial 2+ months, with potential for extension
Start Date: ASAP

Southern Housing is seeking an experienced Litigation Solicitor or Barrister to join our dynamic in-house legal team on a temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a broad range of housing management and landlord & tenant litigation matters within one of the UK's leading housing associations.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide legal advice and representation on routine and complex housing management issues

Handle a caseload of litigation matters including:

Anti-social behaviour injunctions & possession claims

Disrepair claims & Environmental Protection Act prosecutions

Court of Protection applications

Draft legal documents including pleadings, witness statements, and trial bundles

Advise on First Tier Tribunal cases, trespass and easement claims, and breach of contract or lease disputes

Liaise with internal clients, external solicitors, and Counsel as needed

Assist in process development and witness support, including occasional out-of-hours work

Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks and internal procedures

Requirements:

Qualified Solicitor (with a current Law Society practising certificate) or Barrister (with Bar Council certification and litigation rights)
Strong understanding of housing law and landlord & tenant litigation
Excellent drafting, communication, and IT skills (Microsoft Office suite)
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism
Willingness to support junior colleagues and contribute to a collaborative legal team

Experience working for housing associations or public sector bodies

Advocacy experience in County Court or First Tier Tribunal

Familiarity with in-house legal service development