Property Litigation Solicitor, 6 months – 2 years PQE
£60k - £70k + excellent benefits
West End + hybrid working
Well - regarded, thriving commercial legal 500 law firm is looking for a further property litigation solicitor to join their thriving Property Litigation team, consisting of 1 Partner, 1 Senior Associate, and 1 Trainee and forms part of the wider property team consisting of 4 Partners, 3 Senior Associates, 3 Associates, 2 Solicitors, 2 Paralegals, 1 Trainee and 1 Legal Secretary. The culture of the firm is progressive and dynamic, with a down-to-earth, yet professional and entrepreneurial approach. The firm offers a career development route, top benefits, and the opportunity to be associated with a reputable firm where your contribution is valued and recognised.
The role:
The role will involve a range of commercial and residential litigation matters. You will manage your own caseload under supervision such as:
- Assisting in considering client instructions and liaising with clients and experts to obtain further information to progress the case
- Obtaining title information from the Land Registry and analaysing the documentation to advise clients
- Drafting and serving contractual and statutory notices
- Assisting with disputes concerning property contracts, property insolvency, residential landlord and tenant, rights of way, adverse possession, restrictive covenants
- Involvement in business development activities
Ideal Candidate:
- 6 months to 2 years’ experience in property litigation within private practice
- Strong academic background (a 2:1 degree or equivalent).
- Excellent drafting and verbal/written communications skills.
- Proactive, self-motivated, driven, and reliable.
- Demonstrate previous participation in business development/ networking and building strong client relationships.
- Professional with a friendly and personable approach with colleagues and clients
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel, and affinity with systems.
If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, contact Alison Banks at alison@lrlegal.co.uk or call for a confidential discussion on 02084642506 (office hours) or 07979952201 (out of office hours).
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The PQE identified on this advertisement is a guide only and does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.
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*We require a lawyer who has gained the necessary experience for the position advertised. The PQE identified on this advertisement is a guide only and does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.