Litigation Solicitor

Alford & Bishop; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Alford & Bishop is seeking a Litigation Solicitor in London to manage a caseload focused on property litigation with a substantial component of general commercial litigation. The role involves advising landlords and tenants on issues under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, including dilapidations, relief from forfeiture and rent recovery.

The solicitor will also handle a broad range of disputes such as breach of contract, construction matters, professional negligence, debt recovery and

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE with strong background in property and commercial litigation.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex cases and develop client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Advise on property litigation matters including dilapidations, lease forfeiture, rent recovery and possession proceedings.
• Handle general commercial litigation including breach of contract, construction disputes and insolvency.
• Engage in business development and build client relationships.

Skills

Property litigation

Commercial litigation

Client relationships

Job description

Litigation Solicitor

Salary: £65,000 – £75,000

Location: London, West End

Position ID: W/29585

About the Role

The successful candidate will manage a caseload primarily focused on property litigation, alongside a solid proportion of general commercial litigation matters. The role requires advising both landlords and tenants on a broad range of issues arising under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, including dilapidations, relief from forfeiture, lease forfeiture, tenant arrears, insolvency, actions against guarantors, recovery of rent and possession proceedings, including matters involving squatters. On the commercial side, the solicitor will act for clients across a wide spectrum of disputes, including breach of contract, building and construction matters, professional negligence claims, debt recovery, insolvency-related issues, company and partnership disputes, as well as wills and inheritance claims.

Responsibilities

• Advise on property litigation matters such as dilapidations, relief from forfeiture, lease forfeiture, tenant arrears, insolvency, guarantor actions, rent recovery, possession proceedings, and squatters.
• Handle general commercial litigation including breach of contract, building and construction disputes, professional negligence, debt recovery, insolvency, company and partnership disputes, wills and inheritance claims.
• Engage in business development activities and build and maintain client relationships.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE with a strong background in property and commercial litigation.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex cases and develop client relationships.