Senior Litigation Lawyer

Venn Group's specialist public sector legal team is working with a Local Authority in the South East of England seeking an experienced Senior Litigation Lawyer to join their team on a locum basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a high-profile legal department and handle a broad range of complex litigation matters., * Managing Litigation Cases: Handle a variety of complex and high-risk disputes, overseeing both the initiation and defence of legal proceedings on behalf of the Council.

• Court Representation: Act as an advocate in legal hearings, presenting cases effectively and ensuring the Council's interests are robustly defended.
• Committee & Legal Advisory Work: Attend Council meetings, providing expert legal guidance to decision-makers on a range of contentious matters.
• Strategic Legal Support: Offer well-reasoned legal advice to senior officers, statutory directors, and elected members, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and best practices.
• Regulatory & Civil Enforcement: Oversee legal proceedings related to licensing, regulatory enforcement, and general civil litigation, ensuring lawful and effective resolutions.