Real Estate Disputes Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in London is seeking a junior to mid-level Real Estate Disputes Solicitor to join its renowned team. This role offers a chance to work on high-profile real estate litigation within a Silver Circle firm, known for its collaborative culture and commitment to professional growth. Ideal candidates will have 1-2.5 years of PQE and strong legal skills, contributing to complex disputes across various contentious real estate matters.

Benefits

Structured career development

Collaborative work environment

Commitment to corporate responsibility

Qualifications

• 1–2.5 years' PQE in real estate litigation.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent technical legal skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on contentious real estate matters.
• Manage disputes related to development and landlord-tenant matters.
• Handle possession claims and trespasser actions.

Skills

Real estate litigation

Strong drafting skills

Advocacy skills

Client relationship management

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

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22.08.2025

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06.10.2025

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Job Description:

Our client, a prestigious Silver Circle law firm is seeking a junior to mid-level Real Estate Disputes Solicitor to join its market-leading team in London. This is an outstanding opportunity to work at the forefront of commercial real estate litigation, within a firm known for its high-calibre work, collaborative culture, and commitment to professional development.

About the Role

You will be part of a highly ranked and well-respected disputes team, advising a diverse and sophisticated client base on a wide range of contentious real estate matters. The team is regularly instructed on some of the most complex and high-value disputes in the UK, including landmark litigation and strategic advisory work.

Key areas of focus include:

• Development-related disputes (e.g. rights of light, easements, site assembly)
• Landlord and tenant matters (e.g. lease renewals, dilapidations, rent reviews)
• Possession claims and trespasser actions
• Business rates and CPO compensation
• Telecommunications and leasehold enfranchisement
• Professional negligence and transactional disputes

Why Join This Team

• Be part of a Silver Circle firm renowned for its excellence in real estate and disputes work
• Join a Legal 500 Band 2-ranked team with a reputation for handling “big ticket” litigation
• Work alongside leading practitioners on high-profile, nationally significant matters
• Benefit from a strong advocacy culture, with in-house Higher Rights training and support
• Enjoy a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance environment that values innovation and diversity
• Access a clear and structured career development framework, with genuine opportunities for progression
• Contribute to a firm that is deeply committed to corporate responsibility, pro bono, and ESG initiatives

Candidate Profile

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales, ideally with 1–2.5 years’ PQE in real estate litigation (more or less experience will be considered)
• Strong academic credentials and excellent technical legal skills
• Experience managing client relationships and delivering high-quality service
• A commercially minded, proactive approach with strong drafting and advocacy skills
• A team player who thrives in a collaborative, intellectually rigorous environment

Next Steps

If you are looking to elevate your career within a top-tier disputes team at a Silver Circle firm, we would be delighted to hear from you.