Interim Litigation Lawyer

Description

Interim Litigation Lawyer (Level 5) – Waltham Forest

Temporary | Inside IR35 | Hybrid Working

Ribble Recruitment is assisting a London local authority in sourcing an Interim Litigation Lawyer (Level 5) to cover a maternity leave within their Litigation & Public Law team. Ribble Recruitment handles candidate sourcing, screening, and the initial stages of the recruitment process for this role.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a Lexcel-accredited legal service, managing a varied caseload while being supported by senior lawyers, legal officers, and paralegals.

Key Details

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Order number: OR20207

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Contract: 12-week temporary assignment (maternity cover)

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Start date: 02 February 2026

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Hours: 36 hours per week

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IR35: Inside IR35

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Working pattern: Hybrid – 1 day onsite, 4 days remote (TBC)

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Location: Waltham Forest Town Hall, Forest Road, Walthamstow, E17 4JF, UK

Pay Rates

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PAYE: £29.38 per hour

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Umbrella / Limited: £38.45 per hour

Role Overview

You will manage a challenging litigation caseload within the council’s legal service, providing advice and advocacy across one or more of the following areas:

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Complex possession proceedings

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Housing judicial review and access cases

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Anti-social behaviour and injunction work

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Homelessness-related litigation

Responsibilities include:

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Giving legal advice and drafting documents

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Conducting litigation and undertaking advocacy

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Supporting internal clients across the council

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Assisting in operational delivery of Legal Services

Candidate Requirements

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Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or FILEX

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Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience

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Experience in housing litigation, judicial review, or injunctions

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Willingness to undertake County Court advocacy (desirable)

Why This Role?

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Join a high-performing, supportive in-house legal team

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Hybrid working and flexible arrangements considered

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Inclusive employer committed to equality, diversity, and progression

To Apply:

Contact Lewis Ashcroft at Ribble Recruitment:

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Phone: (phone number removed)Ribble Recruitment is handling the full recruitment process for this role, including candidate sourcing, screening, and initial stages of assessment

Ad ID: 5417692595