Property Litigation Solicitor/CILEX

Chadwick Nott; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm is looking for a Property Litigation Solicitor to join their active team in Bath, Trowbridge, or Swindon. The role involves advising various clients on disputes related to residential and commercial property issues, with opportunities for structured development and a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits package

Opportunities for flexible/hybrid working

Structured progression and development support

Regular CPD and training

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• 1-5 years' experience in property litigation.
• Solid grasp of both residential and commercial landlord and tenant law.
• Willing to contribute to a growing team.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on residential leasehold and commercial landlord-tenant disputes.
• Manage own caseload with guidance as needed.
• Collaborate on complex cases and contribute to business development.

Skills

Understanding of landlord and tenant law

Commercial awareness

Organisational skills

Client-friendly approach

Education

Qualified Solicitor or CILEx

Job description

Property Litigation Solicitor/CILEX
Locations: Bath, Trowbridge, or Swindon

Our client are looking to recruit a detail-oriented lawyer to join their busy property litigation team. This role offers exposure to a broad range of matters and the chance to develop your expertise alongside experienced colleagues in a supportive environment.

The successful candidate will advise a varied client base including landlords, tenants, developers, managing agents and individuals on disputes such as:

• Residential leasehold issues, including breaches, enfranchisement and management disagreements
• Commercial landlord and tenant matters: lease renewals, arrears, dilapidations, forfeiture
• Boundary, covenant, and rights of way disputes
• Trespass, nuisance, and adverse possession claims
• Co-ownership and trusts of land
• Residential eviction proceedings and tenant breaches
• Misrepresentation disputes

Your caseload will be your own to manage with guidance and support as needed. You'll also collaborate on complex cases and take an active role in business development.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEx with 1-5 years' experience in property litigation
• Solid grasp of both residential and commercial landlord and tenant law
• Commercially aware, with a clear, client-friendly approach to legal advice
• Organised, responsive and confident managing competing priorities
• Willing to contribute to a growing team and develop your professional profile
• Experience with commercial landlord/tenant work is helpful but not essential.

In Return

• Competitive pay and benefits package
• Opportunities for flexible/hybrid working
• Structured progression and development support
• Regular CPD and training
• A collaborative team culture that encourages ambition without sacrificing balance

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) [e-mail]

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*