Property Litigation Associate

Overview

In this role you will handle a broad range of commercial property disputes within a respected regional firm, contributing from day one with direct client contact. You join a collaborative, growth‑minded team that values merit and client relationships, with opportunities to shape the practice and grow alongside experienced colleagues. The position offers hybrid working, a clear path for progression, and a culture that balances high‑quality work with a people‑centric approach. This is a chance to develop your practice at a Legal 500 firm with regional impact.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working
• annual bonus
• private healthcare
• enhanced holiday entitlement
• flexible approach to work-life balance

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad array of commercial property disputes, including leases, forfeiture, rent recovery, dilapidations, renewals, easements, rights of way, boundary and ownership issues, and landlord/tenant matters
• Provide direct client contact and contribute to business development within an established client base
• Support ongoing growth of the team through high‑quality work and collaboration with partners and colleagues
• Contribute to strategic growth initiatives, including expansion plans and maintaining a strong regional presence

Key requirements

• 2+ years’ PQE in commercial property litigation
• Solicitor qualified in England and Wales (or equivalent)
• Commercially minded with ability to manage client relationships
• Proactive in pursuing business development with support from an established network

• Personable and client‑facing
• Strong relationship building
• Commercially aware and pragmatic
• Experience in lease disputes, forfeiture, rent recovery, dilapidations, business lease renewals
• Knowledge of easements, rights of way, boundary and ownership disputes
• General real estate litigation experience and landlord/tenant issues

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