Real Estate Disputes Solicitor

Oculus Legal Group; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working

International client exposure

Training & progression

Job summary

Leading International Law Firm in Leeds seeks a Real Estate Disputes Solicitor to join its established Leeds team. The role offers exposure to high-quality, complex commercial property disputes for a prestigious client base.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years' PQE in commercial property litigation, with experience in 1954 Act lease renewals, dilapidations and landlord/tenant disputes. You will work alongside specialists and develop within a global practice.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' PQE in commercial property litigation
• Strong grounding in commercial property disputes
• Experience with 1954 Act lease renewals, dilapidations and landlord/tenant disputes

Responsibilities

• Advise on a broad range of contentious real estate matters for major commercial clients.
• Take ownership of matters and work alongside experienced specialists.
• Develop expertise within a leading international practice while handling high-quality disputes.

Job description

Associate / Senior Associate | Leading International Law Firm | Flexible Hybrid Working - Leeds

I'm currently working with a leading international law firm looking to appoint a talented Real Estate Disputes Solicitor to its established Leeds team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with 2+ years' PQE, with the firm open to considering candidates at both Associate and Senior Associate level.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on high-quality, complex commercial property disputes for an impressive client base, benefiting from the resources, expertise and international reach of a highly regarded practice.

The Work

You'll advise on the legal and commercial implications of a broad range of contentious real estate matters, including:

• Opposed and unopposed lease renewals under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954
• Dilapidations claims, disputes and settlements
• Restrictive covenants, break options and contractual/statutory notices
• Rights of way, boundary disputes, trespass and nuisance
• Commercial rent arrears, forfeiture and other landlord remedies, including CRAR
• Possession proceedings, telecoms disputes and property-related insolvency matters

You'll work alongside experienced specialists, taking ownership of your matters while gaining exposure to complex disputes involving major commercial clients.

What's on Offer?

• Flexible hybrid working arrangements
• Exposure to an impressive national and international client base
• Excellent training, development and career progression opportunities

About You

Ideally, you'll have 2+ years' PQE with a strong grounding in commercial property litigation, particularly 1954 Act lease renewals, dilapidations, landlord and tenant disputes and property-related court proceedings.

You’ll be commercially minded, confident managing your own matters and keen to develop your career within a leading international practice.