Property Litigation Solicitor

CRA Legal; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious national law firm is seeking a Property Litigation Solicitor to manage a varied caseload involving commercial and contentious residential property disputes. Responsibilities include drafting legal documentation, conducting legal research, and liaising with clients and external parties. The firm offers a competitive salary of £65,000 to £75,000, a comprehensive benefits package including an enhanced pension scheme, and flexible, hybrid working conditions.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Enhanced pension scheme

Private healthcare

Bonus opportunities

Career progression pathways

Qualifications

• Experience in managing complex property litigation cases.
• Ability to draft legal documents including claims and defences.
• Strong client relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage property litigation matters from inception to resolution.
• Prepare legal documents and conduct thorough legal research.
• Attend client meetings and provide updates on case progress.

Skills

Commercial property disputes

Contentious residential property management

Legal research and analysis

Litigation documentation

Client interaction

Job description

Job Title: Property Litigation Solicitor
Salary Range: £65,000 to £75,000
Location: Birmingham (Hybrid Working)
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Overview

Our client is a prestigious national law firm, recognised in the top tiers of the Legal 500 for its exceptional expertise in property litigation. With a reputation for handling high-value and complex disputes across the UK, the firm combines a strong commercial focus with first-class client service. Its national presence and collaborative culture make it a leading destination for ambitious property litigation professionals.

As a Property Litigation Solicitor, you will manage a varied and challenging caseload covering commercial property disputes and contentious residential property management matters. You will play a key role in delivering pragmatic, commercially focused legal advice, representing clients in a range of high-profile and complex disputes.

Position

You will take ownership of property litigation matters from initial instruction through to resolution, managing your own caseload. This includes drafting claims, defences, court applications, witness statements, and other litigation documentation, as well as conducting in-depth legal research and analysis of relevant case law and legislation. You will prepare bundles for hearings, trials, and mediations, maintain accurate and organised files, and ensure all procedural deadlines are met.

The role requires regular interaction with clients, counsel, managing agents, experts, and external bodies, including the courts. You will attend client meetings, provide updates on case progress, and contribute to case strategy and trial preparation. Additionally, you will coordinate with external parties as needed and manage billing and time recording in accordance with firm procedures.

Key Details

The successful applicant will join a leading national firm offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. This includes 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing holiday entitlement with length of service and promotion, and access to a holiday purchase scheme. Additional benefits include an enhanced pension scheme, bonus opportunities, company share scheme, electric vehicle scheme, private healthcare, life assurance, critical illness cover, and an employee assistance programme. Employees also benefit from retail discounts, a clear career progression pathway, and flexible, hybrid working arrangements.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Property Litigation Solicitor opportunity, please submit your application using the link provided. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Rhys Spencer on 0114 241 8030, who is managing this recruitment process.