Property Litigation Partner

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; St Albans; Hybrid; GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Property Litigation Partner to join their respected Dispute Resolution team in St Albans. This role provides a unique opportunity for a senior-level specialist to lead and expand the practice while managing complex disputes and client relationships. With a strong reputation and excellent client base, the firm offers a collaborative environment that supports professional growth and work-life balance. If you are an ambitious lawyer with a passion for property litigation, this is your chance to make a significant impact and advance your career in a supportive setting.

Benefits

Bonus Scheme

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Free Parking

Hybrid Working

Collaborative Working Environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in property litigation.
• Demonstrable track record in fee generation and business development.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex property litigation matters and nurture client relationships.
• Advise on high-value disputes including landlord & tenant matters and boundary disputes.

Skills

Property Litigation

Client Relationship Management

Business Development

Team Leadership

Commercial Awareness

Job description

Property Litigation Partner – Legal 500 Firm
Location: St Albans | Hybrid Working | Salary up to £90,000 (Negotiable)

Benefits: Bonus Scheme | 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays | Free Parking

I'm proud to be working exclusively with a leading Legal 500 law firm based in St Albans, who are now looking to appoint an ambitious and commercially driven Property Litigation Partner to join their growing Dispute Resolution team.

This is a unique opportunity for a senior-level property litigation specialist to take a leadership role in a team with a strong reputation, excellent client base, and real growth potential.

What’s on Offer:

• Salary up to £90,000 – negotiable for the right individual
• Hybrid working to support work/life balance
• Bonus scheme rewarding individual and team performance
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Free on-site parking
• A dynamic and collaborative working environment with progression and support

The Role: As a Property Litigation Partner, you’ll play a key role in expanding the practice, managing complex matters, and nurturing both new and existing client relationships. This position offers high visibility within the firm and a chance to directly shape the future of the team.
You’ll advise on a wide range of high-value and complex disputes, including:

• Commercial landlord & tenant matters (including 1954 Act claims, forfeiture, breach of lease covenants, terminal dilapidations)
• General property litigation (possession and sale claims, boundary disputes, rights of way)
• Leasehold enfranchisement, right of first refusal, and statutory lease extensions
• Adverse possession and prescriptive rights

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in property litigation
• Demonstrable track record in fee generation, business development and maintaining client/referrer relationships
• Experience managing or supervising junior team members
• Leasehold Enfranchisement experience would be desirable
• Strong technical knowledge and commercial awareness
• A confident, client-focused communicator with a collaborative approach and leadership potential

About the Firm: This Legal 500 firm has built an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality legal services across the region and beyond. Based in the heart of St Albans, they offer a modern, friendly, and supportive environment where professionals are empowered to thrive.

If you’re a senior property litigation lawyer looking to take the next step in your career, this is an exceptional opportunity to join a respected team, make an impact, and grow with a firm that values initiative, ambition, and expertise.