Job Description

About us

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TV Edwards LLP has been serving London for over 95 years and our story continues to evolve. Founded in the East End in 1929, we're proud of our legacy, but even prouder of what we're building today: a diverse, dynamic law firm that's consistently recognised by Chambers UK, The Legal 500, and The Times Top 250 Law Firms - where we were named among the top 20 firms in the UK for family law.


Our culture is what sets us apart. We're proud to have been named one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work for the second year running - a reflection of our supportive environment, commitment to wellbeing, and ongoing investment in our people.


With offices in Whitechapel and Clapham Junction, we serve both private and legal aid clients across a wide range of legal services. We prioritise supervision, training, and work-life balance because we believe excellent client service starts with happy, well-supported teams.

About the Dispute Resolution Department

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We undertake all aspects of property and commercial litigation.


The team is primarily based at our office in Whitechapel. There is currently 1 Member Partner, 2 Solicitors and 1 Paralegal within the department.


We are instructed on a wide range of commercial disputes, including:

Commercial Litigation:

Anti-Trust/Competition Litigation Building/Construction Disputes Chancery Litigation Civil Fraud Litigation Civil Litigation Disputes Contractual Disputes Debt Recovery - Asset recovery and protection Defamation Enforcing Foreign Judgments in the UK Injunctions - Worldwide and domestic freezing injunctions, proprietary injunctions, interlocutory prohibitory and mandatory injunctions Intellectual Property Disputes (trademark, copyright, passing off and others) Professional Negligence Shareholder and Partner Disputes

Property Litigation

Boundary Disputes Breaches of Covenant and Easements Building Disputes Commercial Lease Renewals Contested Probate Dilapidations and Disrepair Disputes Neighbour Disputes Rent Reviews Residential and Commercial Landlord & Tenant Possession Claims Service Charge Disputes Tenants' Rights to Purchase and Withholding of Consent by Landlords Tolata Disputes

We work closely with our colleagues in the firm's private family finance and conveyancing departments whose clients are often landlords or leaseholders and require expert legal assistance with their properties.


TV Edwards LLP has a strong commitment to the training of our staff. We deliver regular internal training courses for staff of all levels of experience. We meet as a department regularly to share knowledge, discuss case tactics and update on recent developments.


We have a Career Development Programme that maps out a route to partnership and we encourage staff to participate.

The Opportunity: Commercial/Property Litigation Solicitor

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TV Edwards LLP seeks to appoint a newly qualified, to 1 year post qualification experience. You will be an experienced property and civil/commercial litigator. Experience of privately paying client work is essential.


Currently we are unable to meet demand for our litigation services. We have a thriving dispute resolution department, and we require someone to help support the growth of the department. You will take on a wide range of cases and act for a variety of clients including private individuals and small to medium businesses.

Description of Role

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Development of all litigation / dispute resolution work. Carrying out all allotted casework, promptly and efficiently. Communicating clearly and regularly with clients, complying with 'client care' requirements. Keeping up to date with general legal developments, particularly relating to own specialist field(s). Ensuring that time spent on all casework is promptly recorded and on conclusion of cases that they are billed and payment is recorded promptly. Dealing with all routine correspondence, negotiations and advocacy, where appropriate. Working closely with colleagues in other departments to provide a holistic service to clients. Analysing legal matters and advising clients of appropriate course of action. Undertaking appropriate administrative tasks in accordance with the Office Manual to help to ensure smooth functioning of department and efficient casework and billing. Providing supervision where appropriate and/or reporting to supervisors when supervision required.

Person Specification

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Essential Characteristics:

Experience and knowledge of a full range of property litigation (including acting for landlords in possession, disrepair and tenancy dispute proceedings), leasehold properties, service charge disputes, breach of lease covenants and conditions Experience and knowledge of a full range of commercial litigation (including contractual claims) NQ-1 year post qualification experience Ability to carry out own advocacy at the county court or tribunal would be beneficial but not essential Experience of privately paying work with individuals and small to medium sized businesses Ability to communicate effectively with the firm's client group Willingness to be involved in business development Good track record of creating and maintaining client contacts Excellent oral and telephone skills Ability to prioritise and work efficiently under pressure Excellent written communications skills Problem-solving ability Excellent IT Skills Commercial awareness Current Practicing Certificate

Desirable Characteristic

Knowledge of alternative funding arrangements such as CFAs and DBA's Experience of marketing or networking in previous legal roles

Why Join TV Edwards?

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Be part of a firm recognised for excellence and integrity Thrive in a nurturing, inclusive workplace Receive ongoing training and supervision Enjoy family-friendly policies and a strong emphasis on work-life balance Get involved in high-quality, high-profile legal work

Ready to apply?

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Applications must be on our firm's application form.


Completed applications together with equality monitoring data must be sent by email to: HRTeam@tvedwards.com


We will require references from two separate referees before an offer of employment can be confirmed.

While we thank you for the interest you have shown in TV Edwards, due to the anticipated response, please be aware that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.



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Benefits

25 days holiday, increasing to 28 days after 3 years' service and 30 days after 5 years

Birthday day off

Bonus Scheme

Career development programme

Cycle to work scheme

Health Cashback Plan

Length of service awards

Wellbeing initiatives



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In Addition

20% family and friends discount on legal services



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How To Apply

Send your completed application and equality monitoring forms to: HRTeam@tvedwards.com