Homelessness and Judicial Review Lawyer

Homelessness and Judicial Review Lawyer

HB Public Law

Roles Available at Lawyer and Senior Lawyer Level

Lawyer Salary Banding: £46,563 - £54,843

Senior Lawyer Salary Banding: £54,810 - £62,349

HB Public Law is an innovative and ambitious shared legal service operated by and based in the London Borough of Harrow and providing legal support to the London Boroughs of Harrow, Barnet and Hounslow, together with Slough Borough Council.

HB Public Law are looking to recruit a Lawyer or Senior Homelessness and Judicial Review Lawyer to join their highly regarded Housing and Civil Litigation Team. This is an exciting opportunity to undertake a varied and rewarding caseload across four local authorities, advising on matters that have a direct impact on local communities.

Applications from newly qualified lawyers are welcome, as well as applications from those with experience in housing law or broader civil litigation.

Whether you are currently working in local government, private practice, a housing association, or another relevant environment, we would be keen to hear from you.

Responsibilities of the Homelessness and Judicial Review Lawyer

The Homelessness and Judicial Review Lawyer will manage their own caseload and provide practical, solution-focused advice to clients.

Strong knowledge of the following is required, along with the ability to provide clear, pragmatic advice on urgent and sensitive matters:

• Homelessness law
• Housing allocations
• Judicial review

Depending on experience, the Homelessness and Judicial Review Lawyer will also support and mentor junior colleagues, contribute to training initiatives and help develop best practice across the team.

The team undertakes a wide range of housing and civil litigation work, which the Homelessness and Judicial Review Lawyer may also be required to support with on occasion.

What the successful Homelessness and Judicial Review Lawyer will need

We are looking for individuals who are motivated, collaborative and committed to delivering high-quality legal services.

You will be:

• A qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX) with litigation practising rights, or soon to qualify
• Experienced in dealing with matters under Parts 6 and 7 of the Housing Act 1996 and judicial review proceedings
• Able to provide practical and commercially focused legal advice
• Comfortable managing your own caseload and prioritising competing demands
• A strong communicator with excellent client care skills

We welcome applications from:

• Local authority housing lawyers
• Housing association lawyers
• Private practice housing litigators
• Civil litigators interested in developing a housing law specialism
• Newly qualified lawyers with relevant training or pupillage experience

Why Join HB Public Law

This is an opportunity to develop your career within a supportive, friendly and highly experienced team that values collaboration, learning and professional development.

Working across four local authorities provides exposure to a breadth of work rarely available within a single organization, allowing you to develop a wide range of expertise and gain experience of complex and challenging cases.

HB Public Law are committed to supporting lawyers' development and have a strong track record of helping people progress throughout their careers.

In addition, HB Public Law offer:

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Excellent learning and development opportunities
• Cycle Scheme
• Green Car Benefit Scheme
• Civil Service Sports Council membership
• Staff discounts and wellbeing support initiatives

Working Arrangements

HB Public Law operate from a hybrid office and lawyers typically attend the office two days per week, together with any required court attendance and client meetings (where these are not held remotely).

Closing Date

30th September 2026

Proposed interview dates

12th/14th/19th October 2026

We support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.

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