Property Litigation Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de premier plan recherche un avocat en litige immobilier expérimenté pour gérer des affaires résidentielles, commerciales, d'hospitalité et de construction. Vous serez responsable de la stratégie de litige, de la supervision des actions en justice et de l'encadrement des équipes juridiques. Le candidat idéal dispose d'une expérience contentieuse solide et de compétences en rédaction contractuelle et en résolution de conflits.

Qualifications

• 10 ans d'expérience en litige immobilier incluant résidences, commerciaux et construction.
• Capacité prouvée à diriger et encadrer des équipes juridiques.
• Expérience contentieuse étendue, incluant audiences et négociations.

Responsibilities

• Gérer les avocats externes et les litiges/disputes.
• Surveiller la gestion des cas et la conformité.
• Réviser, négocier et approuver les documents juridiques.

Skills

Leadership

Litigation

Contract Law

Dispute Resolution

Compliance

Job description

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We are seeking an experienced Property litigation lawyer to join Criterion Capital to manage residential, commercial, hospitality, and construction matters.

The candidate must have significant contentious litigation experience and be hands on.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage external lawyers running litigation / disputes.
• Manage all landlord and tenant work.
• Oversee case management, strategy, and compliance across all legal areas.
• Review, negotiate and approve legal documents, contracts, and court filings.
• Supervise possession proceedings, money claims, and settlement agreements.
• Ensure proper drafting and issuance of court documents (claim forms, defences, witness statements).
• Manage tenancy disputes, guarantor checks, and debt collection.
• Oversee contract disputes, lease agreements, and lender negotiations.
• Handle Section 146 Notices, contract drafting, and external legal coordination.
• Develop dispute resolution and risk mitigation strategies.
• Manage JCT contract reviews, subcontractor agreements, and payless notices.
• Supervise litigation strategy, court hearings, settlements, and negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC, Companies House, ICO, and corporate policies.
• Oversee company legal matters, including intellectual property and regulations.

Key Requirements

• 10 years of experience in property litigation, covering residential, commercial, and construction disputes.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor legal teams.
• Extensive contentious experience, including hearings, settlements, and negotiations.
• Strong expertise in contract law, dispute resolution, and compliance.
• Ability to manage multiple legal areas efficiently and provide strategic litigation oversight.

If you're a hands-on property litigation lawyer ready to lead and drive results, we want to hear from you.