Property Litigation Solicitor - Associate / Senior Associate

Lunaria Partners; Dorking; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal practice in Dorking is looking for a talented Property Litigation Solicitor to manage diverse and complex property disputes. With at least 3 years of experience, candidates will work autonomously while collaborating with a respected team. Committed to a supportive environment, this role offers professional growth alongside competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Ongoing professional development

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience in property litigation.
• Expertise in landlord and tenant disputes, both commercial and residential.
• Proven ability to manage development-related conflicts.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload focused on property litigation.
• Handle landlord and tenant matters, including lease renewals and dilapidations claims.
• Conduct residential possession proceedings and resolve disputes.

Skills

Property litigation expertise

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Client-handling skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Job description

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A well-established and forward-thinking legal practice is seeking a talented and experienced Litigator to join its team, specialising in property-related disputes. This is a unique opportunity to work on high-value and complex cases across both commercial and residential sectors, with clients based locally and nationally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a varied caseload with a primary focus on property litigation, including mainstream contract disputes when required.
• Handle landlord and tenant matters, including lease renewals under relevant legislation and dilapidations claims.
• Conduct residential possession proceedings, demonstrating a strong grasp of housing law and statutory frameworks.
• Resolve disputes between neighbouring property owners, including boundary issues, nuisance claims, and restrictive covenant enforcement.
• Advise on conflicts arising from development projects and their impact on surrounding parties.
• Provide guidance on long leasehold matters such as lease extensions, enfranchisements, and right to manage arrangements.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver strategic legal solutions.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of property and contract law to ensure accurate and effective advice.

Candidate Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with a minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience in property litigation.
• Demonstrable expertise in landlord and tenant disputes, both commercial and residential.
• Proven ability to manage disputes involving adjoining owners and development-related conflicts.
• Experience in long leasehold work is advantageous; training can be provided.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and client-handling skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative legal team.
• Commitment to professional integrity and client service excellence.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile cases with a respected legal team.
• Supportive environment with ongoing professional development.
• Inclusive and dynamic workplace culture.

Please reach out to confidentially discuss this rewarding opportunity further.

Lunaria Partners are advertising this Property Litigation Solicitor - Associate / Senior Associate role on behalf of our client. We strive to respond to all applications but due to the volume received, this isn't always possible. If you have not heard from us in 7 days your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.