Lawyer (ASB Law)

Full Time

Duties/Responsibilities:

To deliver a high quality, sustainable legal service that complies with the statutory framework and meets the Council s statutory and contractual obligations.Advising and attending Committees and sub-committees, members and Chief Officers and frequently advising the Departments in relation to the Law in matters specifically relating to the work of the section.Devising and implementing new methods, forms and procedures as required by new legislation, revised council policy or generally including the review of changes imposed in relation to specific services.Determining the effect of new legislation and advising specifically on the impact of new legislation on the delivery of the council s services or functions.Preparing reports and comments for reports to council, cabinet committees and sub-committees.Attendance at departmental working groups, steering panels and project group meetings to provide advice.To support the working practices and procedures for the services provided Requirements:

To understand and have conduct of a substantial personal caseload of anti-social behaviour (ASB) law matters including the provision of proactive legal advice on all aspects of ASB law.A thorough knowledge of the law relating to the conduct of local authority Civil Litigation and Housing Tenancy Management Law including in the following areas: Housing Act 1985, Housing Act 1996, Crime and Disorder Act 1998, Anti-Social Behaviour Act 2003, Equality Act 2010, Anti-Social Crime and Policing Act 2014, Domestic Abuse Act 2021.A thorough knowledge of the procedural requirements of Civil Procedure Rules 1998 (as amended) Ability to obtain evidence, evaluate evidence, prepare cases and appear as an advocate where appropriate, on behalf of the Council in Courts, Tribunals and Inquiries. Including the ability to take on urgent matters. To find out more information please contact Lucie at (url removed)

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