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Housing & Litigation Lawyer

Civic Recruitment Limited

Job Location:

London - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 29 October 2026 (3 hours ago)

Application Deadline: 26 January 2027

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Housing & Litigation Lawyer 6 Month Contract

Location: Greenwich London

Rate: 29.92 - 50.00 per hour (Umbrella) (based on experience)

Contract: 6 Month Contract

Pay: Bi-Weekly

Summary

We are seeking a seasoned Housing & Litigation Lawyer to join the Legal Services team of a Local Authority. This role involves managing a diverse caseload that includes possession proceedings housing disrepair debt recovery anti-social behaviour housing enforcement and private sector housing issues. The successful candidate will also provide expert legal advice to officers and senior stakeholders. Compensation ranges from 29.92 to 50.00 per hour (Umbrella) contingent upon experience and interview performance.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee a comprehensive housing litigation caseload.
Address legal matters such as:
- Possession proceedings
- Housing disrepair claims
- Debt recovery issues
- Anti-social behaviour cases
- Housing enforcement actions
- Private sector housing concerns
Prepare legal documents including pleadings witness statements applications and agreements.
Represent the Local Authority in various legal settings:
- Magistrates Courts
- County Courts
- High Court
- Tribunals
- Public Inquiries
Negotiate settlements and coordinate with Counsel when necessary.
Provide legal advice to officers and senior stakeholders on housing law.
Conduct legal training and offer guidance.

Essential

Requirements

Requirements:

Must be a qualified Solicitor Barrister or Fellow of CILEX with a valid practising certificate.
Extensive experience in Housing Litigation.
In-depth knowledge of:
- Housing Law
- Civil Litigation
- Possession Proceedings
- Housing Disrepair
- Debt Recovery
- Anti-Social Behaviour
- Private Sector Housing Enforcement
Proven advocacy skills.
Excellent drafting negotiation and communication abilities.
Previous experience in Local Authority housing litigation is preferred.

Whats on Offer

Competitive hourly rate of 29.92 - 50.00 (Umbrella)
6 Month Contract
Bi-Weekly Pay
Engage in high-profile housing litigation cases.
Opportunities for advocacy in various courts and tribunals.
Work within a supportive Local Authority legal team.

Ideal for: Housing Lawyers Housing Litigation Lawyers Litigation Solicitors Housing Solicitors Senior Housing Lawyers Civil Litigation Lawyers Anti-Social Behaviour Lawyers Property Litigation Solicitors and Housing Enforcement Lawyers.

Required Skills:

Essential Requirements Qualified Solicitor Barrister or Fellow of CILEX with a current practising certificate. Significant experience in Housing Litigation. Strong knowledge of: Housing Law Civil Litigation Possession Proceedings Housing Disrepair Debt Recovery Anti-Social Behaviour Private Sector Housing Enforcement Advocacy experience. Strong drafting negotiation and communication skills. Previous Local Authority housing litigation experience. Whats on Offer 29.92 - 50.00 per hour (Umbrella) 6 Month Contract Bi-Weekly Pay High-profile housing litigation work. Advocacy opportunities across multiple courts and tribunals. Supportive Local Authority legal team. Suitable for: Housing Lawyers Housing Litigation Lawyers Litigation Solicitors Housing Solicitors Senior Housing Lawyers Civil Litigation Lawyers Anti-Social Behaviour Lawyers Property Litigation Solicitors and Housing Enforcement Lawyers.

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