Housing Disrepair Solicitor
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Location: Whitefield, M45
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Housing Disrepair Solicitor to join our growing litigation team. You will manage a caseload of housing disrepair claims from instruction through to settlement or trial, acting for tenants in claims against local authorities, housing associations and private landlords.
The role requires strong litigation skills, excellent client care and the ability to manage cases efficiently within a CFA-funded environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of housing disrepair matters from instruction to conclusion
- Draft Letters of Claim in line with the Pre-Action Protocol for Housing Conditions Claims
- Instruct and liaise with surveyors and other experts
- Draft pleadings and issue proceedings where necessary
- Conduct litigated matters through the County Court
- Negotiate settlements with defendants and insurers
- Advise clients on CFAs and ATE insurance
- Ensure compliance with CPR, housing legislation and firm procedures
- Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with a current practising certificate
- Ideally 2+ years’ experience in housing disrepair litigation
- Strong knowledge of housing legislation including:
- Landlord and Tenant Act 1985
- Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018 xrlawcv
- HHSRS and the Housing Conditions Pre-Action Protocol
- Experience assessing liability, quantum and prospects of success
- Strong negotiation, organisation and client care skills
- County Court advocacy experience
- Experience supervising junior staff
- Familiarity with Proclaim or similar case management systems
If you are interested in this role please call Ryan at Puro Associates on or apply below!
- Location:
- Whitefield
- Salary:
- £35,000 - £50,000 per annum
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Legal
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