Senior Property Litigation Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Dorking; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Property Litigation Solicitor to join their esteemed law firm in Surrey. This exciting role offers a competitive salary of up to £75,000, depending on experience, and the chance to work on a variety of property disputes, including complex high-net-worth cases. The firm is known for its commitment to excellence and provides an inclusive work environment with strong support and genuine partnership prospects. If you are a qualified solicitor with a passion for property litigation and excellent client relationship skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Private Medical Cover

25 Days Holiday

3 Days Off Between Christmas/New Year

Pension

Supportive Work Environment

Opportunity for Partnership

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in property litigation and commercial contract disputes.
• Strong communication and organisational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload focused on property litigation matters.
• Handle disputes including landlord and tenant litigation cases.
• Advise on long residential leases and manage possession proceedings.

Skills

Property Litigation

Commercial Contract Disputes

Landlord and Tenant Disputes

Excellent Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Client Relationship Building

High Ethical Standards

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

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Senior Property Litigation Solicitor, Dorking

Client:

LR Legal Recruitment

Location:

Surrey

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

13.04.2025

Expiry Date:

28.05.2025

Job Description:

Senior Property Litigation Solicitor up to circa £75,000 dep on experience – Surrey – hybrid *offering partnership for the right candidate*

Our client is a highly respected, full-service law firm with a distinguished reputation, operating from three offices across Surrey. Known for their commitment to excellence, they have consistently earned recognition and accolades, including being highly ranked in the Legal 500.

This role provides a diverse opportunity to handle a broad range of property disputes, including complex, high-net-worth cases, while working with clients both locally and nationally.

This firm provides strong support, a competitive salary, and a benefits package that includes Private Medical Cover. It’s an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled litigator with extensive property dispute experience seeking career growth and genuine partnership prospects.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload with a focus on property litigation matters, but with the ability to deal with mainstream contract disputes as required.
• Manage commercial and landlord and tenant litigation cases, including lease renewals under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 and dilapidation claims.
• Manage residential possession proceedings with a full understanding of relevant housing law and statutory regulations.
• Handle disputes between adjoining owners (trespass and nuisance claims, boundary disputes, and the enforcement of restrictive covenants) while demonstrating a sensitivity to preserving good relationships between neighbours.
• Advise on long residential leases.

What are they looking for?

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive, with a background in property litigation law.
• Proven experience (5 years PQE+) in property litigation and commercial contract disputes.
• Experience in landlord and tenant disputes, both residential and commercial, is essential.
• Experience in handling disputes between adjoining owners is essential.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Ability to build strong client relationships and work empathetically with individuals during sensitive times.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.

What can they offer?

• Competitive salary and benefits package which includes 25 days holiday plus 3 days between Christmas/New Year, Private Medical cover, and pension.
• Opportunity to work with a team of dedicated and experienced professionals.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or other opportunities in the market, then contact Alison Banks at [emailprotected] or call for a confidential discussion on 020 8464 2506 (office hours) or 07979952201 (out of office hours).

LR Legal is a specialist legal recruitment agency with a reputation based on trust and integrity. We will always ask your permission before sending your CV to any of our clients.

The PQE identified in this advertisement is a guide only and does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.