Overview
Solicitor – Dispute Resolution – Cardiff – Hybrid
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Solicitor to join a highly regarded Dispute Resolution team based in Cardiff. Working within a specialist Housing Management practice, the successful candidate will advise registered social landlords and local authorities on a broad range of housing-related disputes and litigation matters across Wales and England.
This role would suit a solicitor with litigation and advocacy experience who is looking to develop expertise within a growing and specialist area of law. The successful candidate will work closely with clients, providing practical and commercially focused legal advice while managing a varied and challenging caseload.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing a caseload involving tenancy enforcement, anti-social behaviour, nuisance and housing-related disputes.
- Drafting court documents, preparing cases for trial and representing clients at hearings where appropriate.
- Advising clients on housing legislation, homelessness matters and property litigation issues.
- Negotiating settlements and liaising with courts, clients and external parties to achieve positive outcomes.
- Supporting and supervising junior team members, including Paralegals, while contributing to team development.
The ideal candidate will be a qualified Solicitor with strong organisational skills, excellent client care abilities and the confidence to manage competing deadlines. Experience in litigation is essential, although candidates from a range of contentious backgrounds, including criminal or personal injury law, will be considered.
This position offers a supportive environment, high-quality work and excellent opportunities for career progression within a recognised specialist team
For more information on this role or other opportunities within South West or South Wales in general, please do get in touch with Daniel St Quintin at Chadwick Nott.
(e) danielstquintin@chadwicknott.co.uk
(m) 07955276050
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £40000 – £50000 per annum
Location: Cardiff,
