Housing Lawyer

We are currently working in partnership with a Local Authority client in the West Midlands, who are looking to appoint a Homelessness Lawyer to join the team on a locum basis for 6-12 months.

The role offers home working, with regular Court attendance required in the West Midlands at short notice. The hourly rate for the role is £45 p/hour UMB.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Managing a mixed caseload of Homelessness Law with matters including pre-action protocols, judicial review and appeals
• Advising the client on homelessness and appeal queries, the Homelessness Reduction Act and legislation, including instances where applicants have been housed in B&B accommodation for over 6-weeks
• Attending Court trials in the West Midlands on an ad-hoc basis, alongside a Barrister
• Supporting the City Solicitor and Legal team with regard to the conduct of legal casework

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.