Property Litigation Solicitor

Posted 20 hours 31 minutes ago by Trades Workforce Solutions

£36,000 - £45,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Other
Cumbria, Kendal, United Kingdom, LA9 4JA
Job Description
Property Litigation Solicitor

Salary: £36,000 - £45,000 (DOE) + Bonus

Location: Kendal (Hybrid Working Supported)

Experience: NQ - 4 years' PQE (Property Litigation)

Are you ready to develop your career with a market-leading, award-winning law firm? Our client's Land & Property Dispute Resolution Team in Preston is seeking a solicitor (NQ-4 PQE) to handle a varied caseload of property disputes and support the team's continued growth and success.

The Opportunity
  • Manage your own caseload of contentious property matters, including landlord and tenant disputes, real estate litigation, property contract claims, and professional negligence claims

  • Advise clients on lease renewals, dilapidations, break clauses, forfeiture, trespass, possession, boundary disputes, rights of way/easements, and restrictive covenants

  • Draft correspondence and court papers, liaise with the Court, instruct counsel and experts

  • Attend court hearings, mediations, and all-party meetings

  • Support senior fee earners on complex matters and assist in team supervision

  • Develop relationships with a diverse client base: business owners, developers, retail occupiers, and individuals

  • Engage in business development to help grow the team's offering

  • Benefit from training, mentoring, and development opportunities in a supportive team environment

What We're Looking For
  • Qualified solicitor (NQ-4 years' PQE) with experience in property litigation

  • Ability to manage own caseload with appropriate supervision

  • Strong attention to detail, organisation, and planning skills

  • Excellent client care, communication, and IT skills

  • Commercially minded and proactive, with a willingness to develop processes and support business growth

  • Team player, able to collaborate across the firm and promote the firm's values

What's On Offer
  • Highly competitive salary £36,000 - £45,000 (DOE) plus bonus

  • Hybrid working policy and flexible arrangements

  • Commitment to a maximum of 1,200 chargeable hours per annum

  • Employee bonus scheme and annual pay review

  • Medicash health benefits cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

  • Holiday entitlement increases with length of service

  • Paid time off for voluntary work (2 days per year)

  • Free conveyancing for your primary residence and free Wills

  • Employee referral scheme and biannual promotion/salary uplift process

  • Regular social events, including annual Christmas party and staff recognition awards

  • Supportive, award-winning culture focused on staff wellbeing and development

About Our Client

Our client is a respected regional law firm with a strong reputation for technical expertise, collaboration, and genuine people-first values. The Land & Property Dispute Resolution Team is recognised for delivering quality commercial services and supporting professional growth.

Location & Working Arrangements

Kendal. Full-time, permanent role. Hybrid working supported. Modern offices with excellent amenities and transport links.

How to Apply

Apply online or send your CV to or call for more information.

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