Housing Litigation - Solicitor/ Associate
Posted 6 days 2 hours ago by BCL Legal
BCL Legal is pleased to be working with a nationally recognised law firm seeking a Housing Litigation Solicitor or Associate to join its expanding team in Birmingham. This is an exceptional opportunity for a solicitor with 1+ years' PQE to work on a broad and stimulating range of housing litigation matters within a highly supportive, collaborative environment.
The TeamThe Housing Litigation team is one of the most established and respected specialist teams in the sector, advising landlord clients exclusively, including housing associations, local authorities, charity landlords and housing co-operatives across England. The team is known for delivering clear, practical and commercially focused advice on anti-social behaviour litigation, disrepair, possession proceedings, access injunctions and leasehold disputes. You will be joining a friendly, dynamic group of housing litigation specialists operating within a flexible hybrid working model and committed to excellent client service.
The Role- Manage your own caseload of housing litigation matters
- Run ASB injunctions and possession claims
- Defend disrepair claims and supervise legal assistants
- Undertake advocacy at possession hearings and injunction returns
- Advise on housing management issues, policy reviews and compliance
- Handle leasehold and shared ownership disputes
- Draft and review court applications, witness statements and other legal documents
- Build trusted relationships with landlord clients and provide clear, plain-English advice
- Support business development and contribute to the continued growth of the team
- 1+ PQE in housing or residential leasehold litigation
- Confidence in advocacy and court work
- Strong drafting, analytical and organisational skills
- The ability to supervise junior colleagues and work collaboratively
- A client-focused approach with excellent communication skills
- A genuine interest in supporting social housing clients
- Join a leading national firm recognised for its expertise in housing law
- Work with major housing associations, local authorities and charitable landlords
- Benefit from hybrid working and a newly refurbished Birmingham office with an onsite café and free gym access
- Access excellent technical training and opportunities to build specialist sector knowledge
- Enjoy a supportive and inclusive culture with clear progression pathways
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including 25 days' holiday + 2 Christmas gift days and 3 days' volunteering leave
- All IT provided for effective home working
If you are a housing litigation solicitor looking to join a growing, high-performing team in Birmingham, please submit your CV or contact Donna Jones at BCL Legal for a confidential discussion.