Property Litigation Solicitor

Paris Smith LLP; Southampton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Paris Smith LLP in Southampton seeks a Solicitor NQ to join its expanding Property Litigation team. The role covers a broad range of property litigation work for developers, retail chains, landlords and private individuals.

The successful candidate will handle their own caseload, work collaboratively with peers, and support the wider Dispute Resolution Department. A competitive salary and strong benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• The candidate is an NQ to 4 years PQE in property litigation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Drive and enthusiasm with client-focused mentality.
• Good organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and dates.
• High attention to detail and accountability for own work.
• IT literate with proficiency in Word and document management systems.
• Interest in AI and how it can improve legal services.
• Strong team player and ability to work collaboratively.
• Willingness to learn and stay updated with changes in law.
• Knowledge of Property Litigation and potential experience with collective enfranchisement / telecoms is a plus.
• Willingness to travel to other offices (Bournemouth, Winchester).

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of property litigation matters for various clients.
• Collaborate with team on larger files.
• Engage in marketing and business development as appropriate.
• Provide high-quality legal service to clients.
• Advise on legal procedures and related issues.
• Maintain professional and ethical standards per SRA guidelines.
• Keep up to date with changes in legislation.

Skills

Property Litigation

Dispute Resolution

Client-focused

Communication skills

Organisation

Team player

IT literacy

AI in legal services

Education

Tools

Word

Document management system

Legal software

Job description

Solicitor NQ - 4 years PQE

Property Litigation, Dispute Resolution – Southampton

We are seeking a motivated Solicitor or CILEX to join our expanding Property Litigation team on a full-time basis, although part-time may be considered. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a team consisting of two partners, a senior associate, two solicitors, a paralegal and a secretary, with further work from the wider Dispute Resolution Department.

You will be joining a busy and friendly team who work collaboratively on a large caseload that covers the full breadth of property litigation services.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload of a mixture of property litigation files, acting for developers, retail chains, commercial property owners, agents, residential landlords and private individuals.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the team on larger files.
• Carry out marketing and business development activity as appropriate.
• Provide a high-quality legal service to our clients.
• Offer advice on legal procedures and a wide range of associated issues.
• Work and behave in a professional manner and to the highest standards of the profession.
• Comply with procedures set out in the Office Manual, professional standards and any requirements set by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
• Carry out duties given by the partners or employees faithfully and diligently and follow all reasonable instructions.
• Keep up to date with changes in the law.

The Candidate

The successful candidate would ideally possess the following attributes:

• NQ to 4 years PQE.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Drive and enthusiasm.
• Client-focused mentality.
• Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and ensure compliance with key dates.
• High attention to detail.
• Willingness to take ownership and be accountable for own work.
• IT literate, with proficiency in using legal software and other IT tools, including Word and a document management system.
• Interest in learning about Artificial Intelligence and how it can improve our legal services.
• Strong team player with the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Willingness to learn and stay up to date with changes in the law.
• Knowledge of Property Litigation, with the ability to handle their own caseload of property litigation matters and support others within the team. Knowledge of collective enfranchisement and/or telecoms would be an advantage.
• Willingness to travel to other offices when required, including Bournemouth and Winchester.

In return we offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive range of benefits and a first class working environment within a leading regional law practice.