Litigation Solicitor

TieTalent; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A national law firm in Southampton is seeking an experienced Litigation Solicitor with over 2 years of PQE to join their Real Estate Disputes team. This hybrid role offers a varied caseload in property-related disputes with a focus on resolution strategies. The candidate should possess strong drafting and negotiation skills, and a client-centric approach. Support and mentoring from an experienced Partner are provided, with potential for contract extension after the initial term.

Benefits

High-quality, varied caseload

Support and mentoring from experienced Partner

Collaborative team environment

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• At least 2 years post-qualification experience in litigation.
• Ideally, experience with property-related disputes.
• Able to work independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contentious property matters like development disputes and landlord-tenant disputes.
• Engage in dispute resolution through negotiation or mediation.
• Prepare for trial while aiming to avoid litigation when possible.

Skills

Strong drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Client-centric mindset

Experience with mediation

Job description

About

Litigation Solicitor (Real Estate Disputes) 2+ PQE

A long-standing, well-regarded national law firm is seeking a talented and motivated Litigation Solicitor (2+ years' PQE) to join their high-performing Real Estate Disputes team on an initial 12-month fixed-term contract, with strong potential for the role to become permanent. This role will be based in Southampton.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded litigator with a passion for property-related disputes to join a highly respected practice that combines complex, high-value work with a collaborative and collegiate culture.

The Role This team is headed up by a Partner who is dual-qualified as a solicitor advocate and is widely recognised in the legal directories for her proactive, diligent and client-focused approach. Her background includes over a decade with a top-tier international litigation firm, where she acted on high-profile real estate disputes across the High Court, County Court, and Lands Tribunal.

Youll have the opportunity to be involved in a wide range of contentious property matters, including:

• Development disputes
• Service charge and dilapidations claims
• Lease renewals and break clauses
• Rent review matters
• Restrictive covenant issues
• Landlord and tenant disputes
• Professional negligence claims involving real estate assets
• Compulsory purchase compensation disputes tied to major infrastructure projects
  
  

Many of these matters are handled end-to-end, with early strategic involvement aimed at dispute resolution through pre-action negotiation or mediation. While trial preparation is part of the role, there is a strong emphasis on avoiding litigation where possible, ensuring pragmatic and cost-effective outcomes for clients.

The Ideal Candidate Were Looking For a Solicitor With

• At least 2 years post-qualification experience in litigation, ideally with exposure to property-related disputes.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• A client-centric, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Experience with mediation or other forms of ADR is desirable.
• The confidence to work both independently and as part of a wider multi-disciplinary team.
  
  

Whats on Offer

• High-quality, varied caseload with exposure to complex commercial property disputes.
• Support and mentoring from a highly experienced and approachable Partner ranked in Chambers and Legal 500, as well as a wider team.
• A collaborative and nationally connected team, operating across corporate, commercial and real estate disciplines.
• Hybrid working
  
  

This role would suit someone looking to develop their expertise in real estate litigation within a respected and supportive environment. Whether you're currently in private practice or looking to return to work after a career break, we'd love to hear from you.

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• Southampton, England, United Kingdom
  
  

Languages

• English