Property Litigation Lawyer

Wilsons Solicitors LLP; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking Property & Commercial Litigation team at a top law firm in the UK. This exciting opportunity is ideal for talented property litigation lawyers with 2-5 years of PQE, looking to enhance their expertise in a collaborative environment. You will work on a diverse range of cases involving landed estates, farming businesses, and charities while being part of a firm recognized in The Times Best Law Firms 2025. With a strong commitment to professional development and a people-focused culture, this role promises to be both rewarding and impactful for your legal career.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years' PQE with strong knowledge of property law and experience in disputes.
• Detail-oriented and able to manage cases independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior fee-earners with complex property disputes.
• Manage smaller cases independently and engage in business development.

Skills

Property Law

Communication Skills

Commercial Mindset

Attention to Detail

Business Development

Education

Law Degree

Qualified Solicitor (PQE 2-5 years)

Job description

Our clients describe our forward-thinking Property & Commercial Litigation team as proactive, pragmatic, and committed to achieving the best possible outcomes.

Led by Ben Thornton, a Wilsons-trained partner, the team continues to grow and is looking to add talented, like-minded property litigation lawyers who have an open mind and collaborative approach to their work.

The Property Litigation team specialises in a wide range of areas, with many members recognised as leading practitioners in their fields. They are active members of several professional organisations, including The Property Litigation Association, The Agricultural Law Association and The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.

About the Role:

This opportunity within our highly regarded Property Litigation team offers a chance to enhance your knowledge and strengthen your expertise as a legal professional.

To succeed in this role, you will:

1. Likely have 2-5 years' PQE, with strong technical knowledge of general property law (both real and L&T) and, ideally, some experience in agricultural and rural property disputes;
2. Assist senior fee-earners with large, complex property disputes;
3. Manage smaller cases independently;
4. Primarily work with landed estates, farming businesses, charities and private individuals;
5. Be detail-oriented and able to meet deadlines;
6. Maintain a positive, flexible attitude;
7. Possess strong communication skills;
8. Have a commercial mindset;
9. Be willing to engage in the firm’s business development efforts.

About Wilsons:

Ranked among the top private client and charity law firms in the country, Wilsons is proud to be included in The Times Best Law Firms 2025 for another consecutive year.

With nearly 300 years of history and lawyers who are recognised leaders in their fields, Wilsons offers a unique blend of skills and experience to our clients. Our lawyers are dedicated to gaining a deep understanding of their clients' interests, fostering seamless collaboration across the firm's diverse practice areas.

Wilsons has grown organically over the years and is proud to be a people-focused firm with 30 partners and approximately 150 employees.