Residential Property Litigation Solicitor

Clifton Ingram LLP; Farnham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Opportunities for career progression

Job summary

Clifton Ingram LLP is looking for an experienced Litigation Solicitor with over 5 years PQE to join their team in Farnham. The role requires a strong focus on residential property disputes, especially in possession proceedings and rent arrears recovery. You will manage your own caseload and provide legal advice while building client relationships.

The position offers a collaborative work environment and opportunities for career progression, all within a convenient Farnham office location.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ PQE as a qualified Solicitor or equivalent.
• Strong experience in litigation, particularly in residential property.
• Proven track record in possession proceedings and rent arrears work.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of litigation matters from instruction to resolution.
• Advise clients on possession claims and handle rent arrears recovery.
• Represent clients in hearings as necessary.

Skills

Litigation

Client care skills

Case management

Advocacy

Residential property focus

Education

Qualified Solicitor (5+ years PQE)

Job description

Clifton Ingram LLP is seeking an experienced and proactive Litigation Solicitor (5+ years PQE) to join our growing team based in Farnham. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled litigator with a residential property bias, particularly in possession proceedings and rent arrears recovery, to take on a varied and rewarding caseload.

The Role

You will handle a broad range of civil litigation matters with a strong emphasis on residential landlord and tenant disputes. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing your own caseload of litigation matters from instruction through to resolution
• Advising clients on possession claims, including accelerated and standard procedures
• Handling rent arrears recovery, including enforcement action
• Dealing with general residential property disputes, including tenancy breaches and property-related claims
• Representing clients in hearings where appropriate or instructing counsel
• Providing clear, practical, and commercially focused legal advice
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships

About You

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• 5+ years’ PQE as a qualified Solicitor (or equivalent)
• Strong experience in litigation with a residential property focus
• Proven track record in possession proceedings and rent arrears work
• Excellent case management and organisational skills
• Strong advocacy and client care skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to undertake supervisory responsibilities, including supporting and overseeing paralegals where appropriate
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• High-quality work and client exposure
• Opportunities for career progression
• Convenient Farnham office location

If you are a motivated litigation solicitor looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.