Residential Property Litigator

JMC Legal Recruitment; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned Legal 500 law firm in Farnborough seeks an experienced Residential Property Litigator to manage a diverse caseload of residential property disputes. As part of the Dispute Resolution team, the successful candidate will ensure excellent client relationships and handle disputes from instruction to resolution, fostering professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Generous Fee Earner bonus

Free car parking

Comprehensive benefits package

25 days holiday plus additional day for Christmas closure

Qualifications

• Over 2+ years PQE in property litigation or dispute resolution.
• Ability to manage a wide range of residential property disputes.
• Exceptional communication skills with clients.

Responsibilities

• Advise on landlord & tenant disputes, possession, and eviction proceedings.
• Manage boundary and land ownership disputes.
• Engage in ADR and represent clients in court.

Skills

Client care skills

Technical knowledge

Drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Job description

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Residential Property Litigator, Farnborough

Client: JMC Legal Recruitment

Location: Farnborough, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: ae7ce92fd7a6

Job Views: 39

Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description:

Residential Property Litigator

An established Legal 500 law firm in Farnborough is seeking an experienced Residential Property Litigator to join its Dispute Resolution team. The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload of residential property disputes, working alongside senior lawyers and trainees.

About the Role:

A highly regarded, Legal 500 law firm based in Farnborough is seeking an experienced Residential Property Litigator to join its Dispute Resolution team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a varied caseload of contentious residential property matters, overseeing cases from initial instruction to resolution. They will work alongside a supportive team of senior lawyers and trainee solicitors, with opportunities for personal and professional development.

Responsibilities Include:

• Advising on landlord & tenant disputes, possession & eviction proceedings, and breach of lease issues.
• Managing boundary, adverse possession, and land ownership disputes.
• Engaging in ADR (mediation, arbitration, negotiations) and representing clients in court.
• Drafting pleadings, preparing cases for trial, and ensuring compliance with landlord-tenant regulations.

The role also involves building and maintaining strong client relationships by providing practical, commercially focused advice and adopting a solutions-driven approach to dispute resolution.

What the Firm are Looking For:

The firm is seeking a confident and proactive solicitor who:

• Has over 2+ years PQE in property litigation or dispute resolution.
• Demonstrates strong technical knowledge and the ability to handle a wide range of residential property disputes.
• Possesses excellent drafting skills, including correspondence, pleadings, and witness statements.
• Is commercially astute, with a focus on delivering practical and cost-effective solutions.
• Has exceptional client care skills, with the ability to build trust and communicate effectively with clients from all backgrounds.

The Perks:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Generous Fee Earner bonus.
• Free car parking for convenience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including pension, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, 25 days holiday (plus an additional day for Christmas closure).
• An opportunity to grow and develop within a supportive and forward-thinking team.

The firm is looking for someone passionate about providing exceptional service, excited to be part of a high-performing team, and eager to contribute to a workplace that values growth, relationships, ambition, collaboration, and excellence.