Residential Property Litigation Solicitor – Birmingham / Hybrid – Birmingham

Wagstaff Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is seeking a Residential Property Litigation Solicitor for a Birmingham-based role with hybrid working. You will manage a varied caseload including debt recovery, breach of lease, forfeiture and possession proceedings, and lease extensions.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years’ PQE, strong knowledge of lease and enforcement statutes, and excellent communication skills. The role offers a permanent, full-time position in Birmingham and a salary of £60,000–£80,000 p.a.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ PQE.
• Working knowledge of leases and enforcement of judgments, Landlord & Tenant Act 1985/1987, Commonhold & Leasehold Reform Act 2002.
• Pro-active, self-motivated, organised and able to work to tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload including debt recovery, breach of lease, and forfeiture.
• Advise on major works consultation, s20b notices, lease variations, and lease structure.
• Support the Pre-Litigation team with queries.
• Provide staff training and mentoring trainees.
• Oversee appointments of manager applications and enforcement of judgments.
• Offer client advice on lease extensions, lease variations and notices of repairs.

Skills

Communication skills

Pro-active self-motivated

Organised

Job description

Residential Property Litigation Solicitor – Birmingham / Hybrid Working

This is a new exciting opportunity for a Property Litigation Solicitor to join a niche property firm in Birmingham City Centre.

Responsibilities

You will manage a varied caseload including:

• Debt Recovery - small claims/fast track/multi-track
• Breach of Lease - County Court action / FTT action
• Forfeiture & Possession Proceedings
• Lease Extensions
• Lease Variations
• FTT application
• Lease Analysis
• Enforcement of Judgements
• Appointment of Manager Applications
• Providing advice to clients on:
  • Major works consultation
  • S20b notices
  • Lease variations
  • Lease structure
  • Notices of repairs
• Supporting the Pre-Litigation team with queries
• Staff training and mentoring trainees within the team

About you

• Minimum of 3 years’ PQE
• Working knowledge of leases and enforcement of judgements, Landlord & Tenant Act 1985/1987, Commonhold & Leasehold Reform Act 2002
• Pro-active, self-motivated, organised and able to work to tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills

Ideally you will have knowledge of The RTM Process and structure, The Companies Act 2006 and key case law surrounding leasehold legislation.

For more information please contact Kate Sinclair at Chadwick Nott:

0121 200 5578 dl

07921 001235

[e-mail]

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*

Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time

Salary: £60000 - £80000 per annum

Location: Birmingham, West Midlands