Housing Disrepair Fee Earner

A growing and forward-thinking law firm is seeking a driven and experienced Housing Disrepair Lawyer to join its expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity to manage your own caseload while working in a supportive, high-performing environment that rewards success.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Housing Disrepair claims from instruction through to completion
• Draft and prepare legal documents including pleadings, witness statements, and correspondence
• Conduct legal research and provide clear, practical advice to clients
• Handle pre- and post-issue matters, including full litigation processes
• Draft Letters of Claim and liaise with defendants, experts, and opposing solicitors
• Assess liability and quantum, obtain expert evidence, and prepare schedules of loss
• Negotiate settlements and represent clients at hearings, mediations, and settlement meetings where required
• Maintain consistent and supportive communication with clients throughout the lifecycle of each case
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and procedural rules
• Work collaboratively within a target-driven team environment
• Supervise junior team members where appropriate
• Keep up to date with relevant legislation, case law, and procedural developments

The Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (or extensive experience fee earning within housing disrepair)
• Experience handling Housing Disrepair or civil litigation matters
• Strong understanding of CPR, pre-action protocols, and litigation procedures
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload efficiently and accurately
• Confident working both independently and as part of a team
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Client-focused approach with the ability to support vulnerable individuals
• Experience with case management systems (experience with Proclaim is advantageous)
• Proactive, resilient, and results-driven mindset

Benefits:

• Hybrid/ flexible working
• Uncapped commission structure – earn a percentage on every successful case with no thresholds
• Monthly commission payments