Overview

Homelessness and Judicial Review Lawyer

HB Public Law

Roles Available at Lawyer and Senior Lawyer Level

Lawyer Salary Banding: £48,102 - £56,655

Senior Lawyer Salary Banding: £56,619 - £64,407

Join One of London's Leading Shared Legal Practices

HB Public Law is an innovative and ambitious shared legal service operated by and based in the London Borough of Harrow and providing legal support to the London Boroughs of Harrow, Barnet and Hounslow, together with Slough Borough Council.

HB Public Law are looking to recruit a Lawyer or Senior Homelessness and Judicial Review Lawyer to join their highly regarded Housing and Civil Litigation Team. This is an exciting opportunity to undertake a varied and rewarding caseload across four local authorities, advising on matters that have a direct impact on local communities.

Applications from newly qualified lawyers are welcome, as well as applications from those with experience in housing law or broader civil litigation.

Whether you are currently working in local government, private practice, a housing association, or another relevant environment, we would be keen to hear from you.

Responsibilities of the Homelessness and Judicial Review Lawyer:

The Homelessness and Judicial Review Lawyer will manage their own caseload and provide practical, solution-focused advice to clients.

Strong knowledge of the following is required, along with the ability to provide clear, pragmatic advice on urgent and sensitive matters:

Homelessness law
Housing allocations
Judicial review

Depending on experience, the Homelessness and Judicial Review Lawyer will also support and mentor junior colleagues, contribute to training initiatives and help develop best practice across the team.

The team undertakes a wide range of housing and civil litigation work, which the Homelessness and Judicial Review Lawyer may also be required to support with on occasion.

About You

We are looking for individuals who are motivated, collaborative and committed to delivering high-quality legal services.

You will be:

A qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX) with litigation practising rights, or soon to qualify
Experienced in dealing with matters under Parts 6 and 7 of the Housing Act 1996 and judicial review proceedings
Able to provide practical and commercially focused legal advice
Comfortable managing your own caseload and prioritising competing demands
A strong communicator with excellent client care skills

We welcome applications from:

Local authority housing lawyers
Housing association lawyers
Private practice housing litigators
Civil litigators interested in developing a housing law specialism
Newly qualified lawyers with relevant training or pupillage experience

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