Real Estate Litigation Associate Solicitor

Simpson Judge Ltd; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm is seeking a Solicitor / Associate / Senior Associate to join their Real Estate Disputes team in Cheltenham. This role involves managing a diverse caseload of real estate disputes while advising a variety of clients. The ideal candidate will have 2-6 years of PQE in property litigation, alongside excellent communication and negotiation skills. The role offers a hybrid working model with numerous perks including generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Up to 27 days holiday + bank holiday options

Life assurance

Private medical and dental insurance

Healthcare cashplan

Income protection

Various discounts and perks

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with 2-6 years' PQE in real estate disputes.
• Strong technical knowledge of property litigation for both commercial and residential property.
• Experience in drafting legal documents and working in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad caseload of real estate disputes.
• Advise clients from various sectors on litigation matters.
• Draft and manage litigation documentation.
• Collaborate with other teams to provide comprehensive solutions.
• Attend client meetings and provide strategic updates.
• Mentor junior colleagues and engage in business development.

Skills

Property litigation knowledge

Excellent drafting skills

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Overview

We are working with a top tier, Legal 500, award-winning firm, with a solid reputation for client care. The firm combines national strength with a supportive and collaborative culture. This is an exciting opportunity to join a market-leading practice and play a key role in the continued growth of its dispute resolution team.

Job Title: Solicitor / Associate / Senior Associate

Department: Real Estate Disputes

Salary: DOE ~ up to £85K

Hours: Full time

Location: Cheltenham, hybrid, 2-3 days in the office

Job Reference: CWS517

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad caseload of real estate disputes across residential and commercial property, including lease renewals, dilapidations, service charge recovery, boundary issues, rights of way, restrictive covenants, nuisance.
• Advise a wide range of clients, from landlords, tenants, and developers to investors, landowners, and public or not-for-profit organisations.
• Draft and manage pre-action correspondence, pleadings, witness statements, and other litigation documentation, taking cases through to conclusion.
• Work closely with barristers, experts, and colleagues across real estate, development, planning, construction, and finance teams to deliver joined-up solutions.
• Attend client meetings, provide strategic updates, and ensure advice is practical, commercial, and aligned to client objectives.
• Support and mentor junior colleagues while contributing to business development to enhance the team's profile.

Required skills and experience

• Qualified solicitor with 2-6 years' PQE in real estate disputes (other levels considered depending on experience).
• Strong technical knowledge of property litigation ideally both commercial and residential property.
• Excellent drafting, communication, and negotiation skills.
• A collaborative team player, with experience working alongside colleagues in related practice areas.
• Commitment to business development and building long-term client relationships.

In return

• Up to 27 days holiday + bank + option to buy and sell
• Life assurance
• Private medical and dental insurance + Healthcare cashplan + income protection
• Various other perks and discounts including legal services, gym discounts, shops, season tickets etc.
• Many more.

For more details please contact: cait.woodrow-smith @ Simpsonjudge.co.uk