Housing Paralegal

Overview

3-month contract role with a local authority. This role provides effective legal and administrative support within a busy Housing Litigation Team. The primary focus is on managing rent arrears and warrant application caseloads. The role aims to reduce existing case backlogs, maintain accurate case records, and support fee earners across housing litigation matters, including disrepair, tenancy, unauthorised occupant, and nuisance cases.

Responsibilities

• Manage a personal caseload of rent arrears and warrant application matters under supervision.
• Assist in reducing existing case backlogs by progressing matters efficiently and proactively.
• Update and maintain case management systems, spreadsheets, and tracking tools to ensure accurate reporting to clients.
• Ensure all case files are maintained in accordance with team procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Provide administrative and legal support to so...