Litigation Solicitor

ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A legal employment agency seeks a Solicitor - Litigation in Greater London for a temporary contract. The role involves providing legal advice regarding housing management and landlord-tenant matters, managing complex litigation cases, and collaborating with colleagues and external partners. Candidates should have experience in advocacy, legal documentation, and relationship management. Interested applicants can send their CVs to the provided email, quoting the reference number OR19176.

Qualifications

• Provide legal advice and assistance in housing and landlord-tenant matters.
• Manage routine and complex litigation cases.
• Contribute to in-house legal process development.

Responsibilities

• Handle cases including possession claims and injunctions.
• Prepare and draft pleadings.
• Liaise with Counsel and conduct advocacy.

Skills

Clear and effective legal advice

Handling complex litigation

Strong communication

Relationship building

Professionalism

Confidentiality

Education

Qualified solicitor

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.

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.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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