Solicitor - Litigation

i-Jobs; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency is seeking a Solicitor to provide legal advice and conduct litigation in housing law. Responsibilities include preparing legal documents, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting junior team members. The ideal candidate must possess a valid Law Society Practicing Certificate and ideally have experience in housing law. This role offers a flexible pay rate and requires strong communication skills, both independently and within a team context.

Qualifications

• Valid Law Society Practicing Certificate or Bar Council certificate with litigation ability.
• Experience in housing law and litigation preferred.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on housing management, landlord & tenant issues.
• Conduct litigation efficiently on various housing matters.
• Prepare and draft legal documents including pleadings.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Valid Law Society Practicing Certificate

Bar Council certificate with litigation ability

Job description

Solicitor

Location: Fleet House, 59-61 Clerkenwell Road, London, EC1M 5NW

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Duration: 1+ Months

Working Hours: Mon - Fri, 09:00 - 17:00, 37 Hours per week

Pay Rate: £ 45.00 Per Hour

Job Ref: OR20400

Job Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on housing management, landlord & tenant issues.
• Conduct litigation efficiently, including cases like anti-social behavior, tenancy fraud, and housing disrepair.
• Assist in complex legal matters with guidance from senior team members.
• Prepare and draft legal documents, including pleadings and witness statements.
• Ensure effective communication between legal team and other departments.
• Develop and implement legal processes and procedures for housing management.
• Stay updated with legal and regulatory changes affecting Housing Associations.
• Support junior team members and collaborate with the wider legal team.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all activities.
• Provide cover for other team members when needed.

Person Specifications

Must Have:

• Valid Law Society Practicing Certificate or Bar Council certificate with litigation ability.

Nice to Have:

• Experience in housing law and litigation.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.