Litigation Solicitor

Essential Employment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency in Greater London seeks a Solicitor specializing in litigation for a temporary contract. The successful candidate will provide legal advice in landlord-tenant matters and handle complex litigation cases. Responsibilities include managing cases, preparing legal documents, and ensuring efficient process development. The role offers a rate of £45.00 per hour PAYE and requires strong legal expertise and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in handling both routine and complex litigation.
• Ability to prepare and draft pleadings.
• Knowledge of housing management and landlord-tenant matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and assistance across a range of cases.
• Manage cases including anti-social behaviour injunctions.
• Ensure efficient communication and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Clear and effective legal advice

Handling complex litigation

Strong communication skills

Professionalism and confidentiality

Job description

Solicitor - Litigation needed in Greater London

This is a temporary contract paying £45.00ph PAYE

This is a temporary role

The reference number is: OR19176

The successful candidate will provide clear and effective legal advice and assistance across housing management and landlord and tenant matters, handling both routine and complex litigation with appropriate support.

They will manage a wide range of cases including anti-social behaviour injunctions and possession claims, tenancy fraud, housing disrepair, Environmental Protection Act prosecutions, and Court of Protection applications, preparing and drafting pleadings, conducting advocacy where appropriate, and liaising with Counsel.

They will contribute to the development of in-house legal processes, ensure efficient communication and accurate record-keeping, and maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation. The successful candidate will also support colleagues at all levels, build strong relationships with external partners, and demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, and a collaborative approach in all aspects of their work.

Application

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to [e-mail] quoting the reference number.

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