Litigation Lawyer

Company: Allen Lane
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Location: Leicester
Job Description:

Exciting, Rare opportunity for a Locum Litigation Lawyer to Join a Reputable Local Authority

Immediate Start

Location: Leicester (primarily remote)

Rate: £55 per hour (Inside IR35)

Contract: 8 -12 weeks, with strong potential for extension or longer-term engagement

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Litigation Lawyer to join a well-regarded local authority on a locum basis. This role would suit a qualified lawyer with a minimum of 2 years’ PQE who is able to manage a varied caseload and work effectively within a busy team environment.

The Role

You will undertake a broad range of civil litigation work, including both contentious and non-contentious matters across:

  • Landlord and Tenant (commercial and residential)
  • Housing Law and Homelessness
  • Judicial Review proceedings
  • Debt recovery, including Adult Social Care debt

Key Requirements

  • Experience handling rent disputes across commercial and residential leasehold matters
  • Strong background in contested debt and general landlord and tenant work
  • Proven experience managing litigated cases on both the claimant and defendant side
  • Ability to manage a diverse caseload with minimal supervision

Working Arrangements

The role offers a flexible, hybrid working model with the majority of work undertaken remotely. Attendance will be required for court hearings and key meetings where necessary. The team promotes a positive working culture with a strong emphasis on maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

This is a strong, exciting, opportunity for a locum lawyer seeking a well-remunerated assignment with interesting, challenging work. There is also potential for this role to be extended or possibly become a permanent position later down the line.

For further information, please contact Sharzad Michaels in the Legal & Governance team at Allen Lane and submit your CV for consideration.

Posted: June 2nd, 2026