Legal Officer

Our client based in East London is looking to recruit a new Legal Officer (Rent possessions & Court Officer) for a 6 month initial contract

Your duties will include:

*Checking & advising on Notices of Seeking Possession and Notices to Quit

*Checking compliance with Rent Arrears Pre-Action Protocol

*Drafting and issue of Possession Claims using the PCOL online service

*Complying with the procedural requirements of CPR 55 in preparing the Claim for hearing

*Attending and representing the Council at possession hearings, or briefing Counsel

*Issuing Warrants for Possession, with permission where required, and dealing with urgent applications to suspend Warrants, including attendance and representation on applications to suspend

*Dealing with applications to set aside possession orders, and conduct of some defended claims, including disrepair counterclaims, and summary hearings

*Dealing with cases quickly and efficiently, keeping clients informed, chasing up court hearing or eviction dates, and maintaining & updating a monthly report to clients


The following skills are required:

*Experience in local government law, litigation and housing matters
*The ability to analyse factual situations, research the relevant law and apply it.


If you are interested in this role please apply online for consideration

Badenoch & Clark is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Badenoch & Clark is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a registered Disability Symbol User.