We are currently working in partnership with a Local Authority in the West Midlands, who are looking to appoint a Housing Lawyer to join the team on a locum basis for an initial 3 months, with potential for extension.
The role offers home working, with regular Court attendance required in the West Midlands. The hourly rate for the role is £45 - £50 p/hour UMB.
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
- Providing high-quality legal advice and representation to the local authority on housing law matters, with a particular focus on anti-social behaviour and related injunction proceedings
- Preparing, issuing, and managing legal proceedings including, but not limited to: Injunctions under the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, Possession proceedings (e.g. Ground 7A/14), Closure orders, Committal applications for breach of injunctions
- Drafting and reviewing legal documents including witness statements, claim forms, court bundles, and consent orders
- Representing the council in court and tribunals
Experience required:
- Conducting own advocacy
- Strong knowledge of Housing Management & ASB
Working hours:
- 35 hours per week
- Monday – Friday
Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.
James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.
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