Housing Litigation Solicitor
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Housing Litigation Solicitor | National | Up to £70,000 salary
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly experienced Social Housing Litigation solicitor to lead complex, high-value claims while assisting senior leadership in shaping the team’s direction.
This position offers the opportunity to take a leading role in managing complex legal matters, providing strategic counsel to high-profile clients, managing and training junior members of the team and playing an integral part in the continued success and growth of a highly respected practice.
The firm is renowned for delivering exceptional legal services across the voluntary, public, and private sectors, including housing associations, local authorities, and co-operatives.
You will manage a diverse and challenging caseload, working closely with Partners and Senior Associates on complex, high-stakes matters while also overseeing and developing your own portfolio of cases.
Key responsibilities include
- Leading housing litigation claims on behalf of social housing providers
- Overseeing cases involving housing disrepair, statutory nuisance claims, anti-social behaviour, possession proceedings, and housing-related personal injury claims
- Drafting complex legal documents, including pleadings, witness statements, and correspondence
- Conducting disclosure, interviewing witnesses, and undertaking detailed legal research
- Preparing court documents, including instructions to Counsel
- Assisting with the preparation of hearings, including managing evidence and preparing bundles
- Providing high-level advice to clients and negotiating favourable settlements
- Ensuring compliance with case management protocols and key deadlines
The Candidate
- Qualified solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with at least 5 years’ experience in Housing Litigation, preferably on behalf of the Landlord
- A high level of technical proficiency and the capability to manage complex, high-value claims independently
- In-depth knowledge of pre-litigation claims handling and advancing matters through litigation
- Exceptional client relationship management skills, with a focus on providing strategic, solution-driven advice
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to effectively manage multiple cases under pressure
- Experience Supervising junior members if the team
- Proficiency with case and financial management systems (training available if necessary)
- A proactive and professional approach, with a commitment to personal development and team leadership
The Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience – up to £70K
- A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment
- Clear opportunities for career progression and professional development
- Hybrid & Flexible working options
- A firm-wide commitment to diversity and equal opportunities
Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.
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