Job description
Manage litigation files in a variety of forums; mainly Workplace Relations Commission and High Court.
Report to managing solicitor on progress of files as required.
Liaise with clients to keep them updated on the progress of their cases.
Provide legal advice as required in the areas of housing law, social welfare and equality.

Requirements
Essential
Hold appropriate professional legal qualification.
Have at least 3 years post qualification experience in litigation.
Compliance with Law Society regulations regarding professional conduct.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to work flexibly with clients.
Proven organisational skills with good attention to detail.
Good IT skills, proficiency in MS Office.
Ability to meet targets and work to deadlines.
Strong ability to work effectively and collaboratively as a member of a team.
High level of personal responsibility and integrity.

Desirable
Experience in housing law/ administrative law generally/ equality or human rights law/public interest law.
Demonstrated interest in the principle of access to justice and social justice.
Experience of using and maintaining a case management database.
Further details
This locum position is for a period of 3-6 months.
The hours are full time.
The position will be based at the FLAC office at 85/86 Dorset Street Upper, Dublin 1.
The salary range is dependent on skills and experience.

To apply
Please send a copy of your CV along with a cover letter to recruitment@flac.ie stating what interests you about working with FLAC and how you meet the requirements for this position.
Closing date for applications is 31 March 2023.