Real Estate Litigation Associate Solicitor

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

Job summary

A leading law firm in Gloucester seeks a Solicitor to handle real estate disputes. This role involves advising various clients, managing caseloads, and collaborating with legal teams. The ideal candidate must be a qualified solicitor with 2-6 years of relevant experience and exceptional drafting and negotiation skills. The firm offers flexible working arrangements along with a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Up to 27 days holiday + bank holidays

Life assurance

Private medical and dental insurance

Healthcare cash plan

Gym discounts

Various discounts and offers

Qualifications

• 2-6 years' PQE in real estate disputes.
• Strong technical knowledge of property litigation (commercial and residential).
• Excellent drafting, communication, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad caseload of real estate disputes.
• Advise clients from various sectors.
• Draft and manage litigation documentation.
• Work with barristers and experts to deliver solutions.
• Attend client meetings and provide strategic updates.
• Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to business development.

Skills

Property litigation knowledge

Drafting skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Collaboration

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

REAL ESTATE DISPUTES SOLICITOR - TOP TIER LEGAL 500 FIRM

• 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

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.

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.