Property Litigation Solicitor

Lunaria Partners; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lunaria Partners in Birmingham is seeking an Associate Property Litigation Solicitor to manage a diverse caseload with a strong emphasis on landlord and tenant disputes, lease renewals under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, and boundary or nuisance matters.

You will benefit from ongoing mentoring, a clear progression pathway and a collaborative, supportive team environment, with flexible working arrangements and exposure to development-related disputes and long-lease matters.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with circa 1-5 PQE in property litigation.
• Demonstrable experience in landlord and tenant disputes.
• Proven ability to manage disputes involving adjoining owners and development-related conflicts.

Responsibilities

• Managing a diverse and stimulating caseload, with a strong emphasis on property litigation, advise and act on landlord and tenant matters, including lease renewals under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954
• Providing advice on lease renewals under relevant legislation and dilapidations claims
• Supporting residential possession proceedings, applying in-depth knowledge of housing law and statutory frameworks to deliver effective outcomes
• Resolving disputes between property owners, including boundary disagreements, nuisance claims, and enforcement of restrictive covenants
• Supporting clients through development-related disputes, offering clear and strategic advice on issues affecting neighbouring land and property interests
• Providing expert advice on long leasehold matters, including lease extensions, collective enfranchisement, and right to manage processes.

Skills

Property litigation

Landlord and tenant disputes

Lease renewals

Housing law knowledge

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Property Litigation Solicitor – Associate

Award Winning Team

Birmingham, West Midlands

This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious Associate seeking quality work, variety and a supportive team. If career progression and ongoing mentoring is important to you, this is an excellent opportunity!

In this rewarding role your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing a diverse and stimulating caseload, with a strong emphasis on property litigation, advise and act on landlord and tenant matters, including lease renewals under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954
• Providing advice on lease renewals under relevant legislation and dilapidations claims
• Supporting residential possession proceedings, applying in-depth knowledge of housing law and statutory frameworks to deliver effective outcomes
• Resolving disputes between property owners, including boundary disagreements, nuisance claims, and enforcement of restrictive covenants
• Supporting clients through development-related disputes, offering clear and strategic advice on issues affecting neighbouring land and property interests
• Providing expert advice on long leasehold matters, including lease extensions, collective enfranchisement, and right to manage processes.

Candidate Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor with circa 1-5 PQE in property litigation
• Demonstrable experience in landlord and tenant disputes
• Proven ability to manage disputes involving adjoining owners and development-related conflicts.

What’s on Offer

• Fantastic work variety and exposure
• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Clear progression pathway with genuine career growth opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements to support work–life balance
• Ongoing Partner support, interaction and development
• A collaborative and positive environment.