Residential Property Litigator

JMC Legal Recruitment; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Farnborough is seeking an experienced Residential Property Litigator to join their Dispute Resolution team. The successful candidate will manage a caseload of residential property disputes and work closely with senior lawyers. Applicants should have over 2 years PQE in property litigation, excellent client care skills, and strong drafting abilities. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package offered, including opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous Fee Earner bonus

Free car parking

Comprehensive benefits

25 days holiday plus Christmas closure

Qualifications

• Over 2 years PQE in property litigation or dispute resolution.
• Strong technical knowledge of residential property disputes.
• Commercially astute with cost-effective solution focus.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Property litigation experience

Excellent drafting skills

Client care skills

Negotiation skills

Job description

Residential Property Litigator

Client:

JMC Legal Recruitment

Location:

Farnborough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

57

Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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 caseload of residential property disputes, working alongside senior lawyers and trainees.

About the Role:

The firm is looking for a solicitor with experience in property litigation to handle contentious residential property matters, overseeing cases from initial instruction to resolution. The role offers opportunities for personal and professional development within a supportive team.

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 strong client relationships by providing practical, commercially focused advice and adopting a solutions-driven approach to dispute resolution.

What the Firm are Looking For:

• Over 2 years PQE in property litigation or dispute resolution.
• Strong technical knowledge and ability to handle a range of residential property disputes.
• Excellent drafting skills, including correspondence, pleadings, and witness statements.
• Commercially astute with a focus on practical and cost-effective solutions.
• Exceptional client care skills and effective communication with clients from all backgrounds.

The Perks:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Generous Fee Earner bonus.
• Free car parking.
• Comprehensive benefits, including pension, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, 25 days holiday (plus Christmas closure).
• Opportunities for growth within a supportive team.

The firm seeks someone passionate about providing exceptional service, eager to contribute to a high-performing, growth-oriented workplace that values relationships, collaboration, and excellence.