Job Description

We are working with a top tier, legal 500, award-winning firm, with a solid reputation for client care, the firm combines national strength with a supportive and collaborative culture. This is an exciting opportunity to join a market-leading practice and play a key role in the continued growth of its dispute resolution team.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage a broad caseload of real estate disputes across residential and commercial property, including lease renewals, dilapidation's, service charge recovery, boundary issues, rights of way, restrictive covenants, nuisance.
• Advise a wide range of clients, from landlords, tenants, and developers to investors, landowners, and public or not-for-profit organisations.
• Draft and manage pre-action correspondence, pleadings, witness statements, and other litigation documentation, taking cases through to conclusion.
• Work closely with barristers, experts, and colleagues across real estate, development, planning, construction, and finance teams to deliver joined-up solutions.
• Attend client meetings, provide strategic updates, and ensure advice is practical, commercial, and aligned to client objectives.
• Support and mentor junior colleagues while contributing to business development to enhance the team's profile.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Qualified solicitor with 2-6 years' PQE in real estate disputes (other levels considered depending on experience).
• Strong technical knowledge of property litigation ideally both commercial and residential property.
• Excellent drafting, communication, and negotiation skills.
• A collaborative team player, with experience working alongside colleagues in related practice areas.
• Commitment to business development and building long-term client relationships.

IN RETURN:

• Up to 27 days holiday + bank + option to buy and sell
• Life assurance
• Private medical and dental insurance + Healthcare cashplan + income protection
• Various other perks and discounts including legal services, gym discounts, shops, season tickets etc.
• Many more.

For more details please contact: cait.woodrow-smith @ Simpsonjudge.co.uk
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