Property Litigation Solicitor (In-house)

Property Litigation Solicitor (In-house)

Bell Cornwall Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting for a Property Litigation Solicitor (In-house)on behalf of one of the largest privately owned family property companies in Birmingham, West Midlands, with a substantial and diverse portfolio of commercial, retail, industrial and mixed-use assets.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Property Transactions

• Advising on and managing freehold and leasehold acquisitions and disposals
• Drafting and negotiating commercial leases, licences and associated property documentation
• Supporting asset management initiatives, including lease renewals, variations and agreements for lease
• Advising on rent reviews
• Managing dilapidations claims
• Handling forfeiture and relief from forfeiture
• Providing advice on a broad range of landlord and tenant issues

Debt Recovery & Enforcement

• Advising on enforcement options where tenants are in breach of lease obligations

Property & Contractual Disputes

• Resolving disputes relating to rights of way, boundaries and other property issues
• Managing contract disputes connected with property matters

General Litigation

• Handling a variety of litigation matters affecting the portfolio
• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
• Minimum of 5 years' PQE
• Experience in Commercial Property and/or Property Litigation
• Strong understanding of landlord and tenant law

Personal Attributes

• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
• Practical, business-focused approach
• Confidence working directly with senior management
• Ability to manage a varied workload independently

Job Reference: BCR/JC/51

Salary From: £65000

Salary To: £70000

Job Locations: Birmingham, West Midlands

Job Types: Permanent

(For the purposes of recruiting for this vacancy Bell Cornwall Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency. Bell Cornwall Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all age groups)