Locum Principal Litigation Lawyer in Essex

Service Care Solutions is looking for an Locum Principal Litigation Lawyer in Essex

Job description

Service Care Legal are working in partnership with a forward-thinking local authority in Essex to recruit an experienced Locum Principal Litigation Lawyer for a full-time, temporary assignment. This role offers the chance to step into a senior legal position, managing a diverse caseload across civil and criminal litigation within a supportive and progressive team.


This role offers hybrid working arrangements, with the flexibility to work remotely for the majority of the week.


About the Role


  • As the Principal Litigation Lawyer, you will act as the key advisor on litigation matters for the council, providing strategic legal guidance to officers and elected members.
  • You’ll handle a varied workload, play a central role in court proceedings, and help shape policy decisions across legal services.
  • Represent the authority in County and Magistrates' Courts
  • Manage a wide range of legal matters, including:


  1. Housing possession and anti-social behaviour cases
  2. Judicial review proceedings
  3. Homelessness and housing appeals
  4. Injunction applications
  5. Licensing appeals and committee support
  6. Defended debt claims and planning prosecutions
  7. Provide high-quality legal advice across departments
  8. Draft legal documentation including claims, summonses, and evidence bundles
  9. Participate in the Licensing Hearing rota (training available if needed)


The Person


  • A qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal Executive (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5 years’ PQE
  • Experienced in court advocacy across both civil and criminal litigation
  • Competent in legal drafting and case assessment
  • Skilled at managing cases through to completion, often independently
  • Ideally experienced with local authority licensing and planning enforcement matters
  • Adaptable, proactive, and solution-focused in approach

Extra information

Status
Open
Education Level
Secondary School
Location
Essex
Type of Contract
Part-time jobs
Published at
09-07-2025
Full UK/EU driving license preferred
No
Car Preferred
No
Must be eligible to work in the EU
No
Cover Letter Required
No
Languages
English

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