Public Law Solicitor -Planning

Harrow Law Centre is a small, effective, and forward-thinking Law Centre which provides specialist legal advice & representation to combat disadvantage, discrimination and exclusion. We also work to influence local and national policy to improve public services for the most vulnerable. We use the law not only to resolve the legal problem for the individual but to achieve wider change.

We have small premises in a vibrant community setting but operate a hybrid system of working. We specialize in social welfare law and hold Legal Aid contracts in Crime, Education, Housing, Immigration/Asylum, Public Law and Welfare Benefits.

Harrow Law Centre is looking for a solicitor who is interested in developing a new area of work at the assisting residents challenge major developments and regeneration in the borough. Full time or part time applications will be considered.

The overall aim of this project will be:

• Support and empower local people to be able to influence major redevelopments affecting the environment they live in.

• Influence strategy at a local level by contributing legal expertise to ensure that residents voices are heard, and the needs of the community are considered.

• Promoting public engagement with planning, and supporting other groups to develop their knowledge, confidence and skills

• Providing legal advice and representation, including judicial reviews.

For an application pack email pamelafitzpatrick@harrowlawcentre.org.uk.