Property Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm specializing in property law seeks a skilled Property Lawyer to manage a diverse caseload. You will provide legal advice, prepare contracts, and represent clients in property disputes. The ideal candidate has over 4 years of fee-earning experience and excellent communication skills. This role offers the chance to broaden your experience in both Commercial and Residential Property.

Qualifications

• 4+ years Fee Earning experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work under pressure.
• Commercial awareness and client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Investigate property titles to verify legal ownership.
• Prepare and review legal documents related to property transactions.
• Provide legal advice on property laws and zoning regulations.
• Oversee legal aspects of property deals to ensure compliance.
• Represent clients in negotiating property deal terms.
• Ensure property transactions comply with laws.
• Handle legal disputes related to property.
• Work with surveyors, agents, and authorities for transactions.
• Manage registration of property ownership and transfers.
• Advise on commercial leases and real estate investments.

Skills

Fee Earning experience

Written communication skills

Oral communication skills

Time management

Commercial awareness

Client-focused approach

Job description

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About the job: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Property Lawyer to join a growing Property Law team. The successful candidate will handle a diverse caseload, representing clients in a range of disputes from pre-action stages through to trial and enforcement.

In addition, this an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to broaden their experience dealing with both Commercial & Residential Property.

Key Responsibilities:

• Investigate property titles to verify legal ownership and identify any encumbrances, liens, or restrictions
• Prepare and review contracts, sale agreements, lease agreements, deeds, and other legal documents related to property transactions
• Provide legal advice to clients on property laws, zoning regulations, land use, and rights and obligations related to property ownership or tenancy
• Oversee the legal aspects of buying, selling, leasing, or transferring real estate, ensuring all processes comply with local laws
• Represent clients in negotiating terms and conditions of property deals to protect their legal and financial interests
• Ensure all property transactions comply with local, state, and federal laws, including environmental and planning regulations
• Handle legal disputes related to property boundaries, landlord-tenant issues, easements, or breaches of contract, including litigation if necessary
• Work alongside surveyors, real estate agents, financial institutions, and local authorities to facilitate smooth transactions
• Manage the registration of property ownership and transfer documents with relevant land registries or governmental agencies
• Advise on legal aspects of commercial leases, land development, and real estate investment

Required Skills and Experience:

• 4+ years Fee Earning experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to manage time effectively and work under pressure
• Commercial awareness and client-focused approach