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Property Litigation Solicitor

Posted 1 day 18 hours ago by Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment

£55,000 - £65,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Other
Surrey, Dorking, United Kingdom, RH4 1
Job Description
  • Hybrid
Property Litigation SolicitorDorkingOverview This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Property Litigation Solicitor to join a well-established legal practice with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality advice to both local and national clients. You will handle a diverse caseload of complex, high-value property disputes and work collaboratively with specialist teams across the firm.Key Responsibilities
  • Manage a varied caseload covering landlord and tenant disputes, boundary issues, and development-related conflicts.
  • Advise on residential possession matters and housing law, ensuring strong knowledge of relevant statutory regulations.
  • Provide guidance on long residential leases including:
    • Lease extensions
    • Freehold enfranchisement
    • Rights of first refusal
    • Right to manage company arrangements
  • Work closely with commercial and residential property teams to provide seamless in-house support.
  • Liaise effectively with clients, colleagues, and third parties to secure the best possible outcomes.
  • Keep up to date with changes in property and contract law to ensure proactive and accurate advice.
  • Contribute to the continued development and success of the team through professional engagement and business development awareness.
Requirements
  • Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive in England & Wales.
  • Ideally 3+ years' PQE in property litigation and experience handling commercial contract disputes.
  • Strong advocacy, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • Able to balance independence with strong team collaboration.
  • Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and manage competing deadlines.
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