Property Disputes Solicitor

About the Firm

Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.

Our client is a well-established, Legal 500 firm with a strong reputation for delivering pragmatic and commercially focused legal advice to individuals, businesses, landlords, developers, and property professionals across Essex and the surrounding regions.

Due to continued growth and an increasing volume of instructions, the firm is seeking a Property Litigation Solicitor to join its busy Dispute Resolution team. The department handles a broad range of high-quality contentious property matters and offers an excellent opportunity for a solicitor looking to further develop their career within a supportive and ambitious environment.

About the Role

The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of property litigation matters from inception through to resolution, including:

• Landlord and tenant disputes
• Lease renewals and dilapidations
• Possession and forfeiture proceedings
• Boundary and title disputes
• Easements and restrictive covenants
• Adverse possession claims
• Leasehold and freehold disputes
• Service charge and management company disputes
• Property-related contractual disputes
• Rights of light and other property-related claims
• Alternative dispute resolution, including mediation and settlement negotiations
• Court proceedings, case management and advocacy
• Client relationship management and business development activities

The role offers exposure to a diverse client base, including private individuals, landlords, developers, investors, property companies, and commercial organisations.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with ideally 2+ years' PQE in Property Litigation or Dispute Resolution
• Proven ability to manage a property litigation caseload with appropriate supervision
• Strong technical knowledge of property law, civil procedure and dispute resolution processes
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills
• Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Proactive, solutions-focused and commercially minded approach
• Ambitious and motivated to develop within a growing team

Applications from candidates outside of the stated PQE level will be considered where relevant experience can be demonstrated. xwzovoh

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £65,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working available
• Competitive holiday allowance and benefits package
• High-quality Property Litigation work from an established and loyal client base
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Clear opportunities for long-term career progression
• Ongoing professional development and training

This is an excellent opportunity for a Property Litigation Solicitor seeking exposure to high-quality contentious property work, genuine career development, and the opportunity to join a thriving Dispute Resolution team in Essex

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch.