Property Litigation Solicitor 5+ PQE to Partner Level

Are you an Experienced Property Litigation Solicitor ready to step into a senior role or even move straight into Partner level? This is an exceptional opportunity to join a respected, forward‑thinking firm with a thriving property disputes practice. They are actively seeking an Experienced Property Litigation Solicitor, fully open to a Partner, to strengthen and lead within a growing team.

If you’re passionate about property disputes, enjoy autonomy, and want a clear pathway to senior leadership, this role offers exactly that. You’ll work on a broad, stimulating caseload of property disputes, acting for commercial and residential landlords, tenants, landowners and developers on matters that are often complex, high‑value and strategically important.

The Role

• Manage a varied caseload of property disputes, including commercial and residential landlord & tenant matters
• Handle lease renewals under the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954, dilapidations and possession proceedings
• Advise on disputes between adjoining owners, boundary issues, nuisance, trespass and restrictive covenants
• Work on disputes involving developers and those affected by development plans
• Advise on long residential leases, including lease extensions, enfranchisement and rights of first refusal
• Collaborate closely with commercial and residential property teams, providing in‑house support
• Stay up to date with developments in property and contract law

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Experienced Property Litigation Solicitor who thrives on complex property disputes and wants to step into a role with genuine influence.

The firm is fully open to a Partner appointment for the right person.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with strong experience in property litigation
• Minimum 5 years’ PQE, though the firm is open to a Partner for those with the right expertise
• Strong background in landlord & tenant disputes (commercial and residential)
• Experience with adjoining owner disputes essential
• Long lease experience desirable (training available)
• Excellent communicator with strong negotiation skills
• Confident working independently and collaboratively

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Clear progression, including immediate consideration for Partner level
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• High‑quality, complex property disputes work
• Ongoing professional development

If you’re an Experienced Property Litigation Solicitor looking for a senior role — and especially if you’re seeking a step up to Partner — this is a standout opportunity to shape your future within a respected, ambitious firm.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, contact Alison Banks at alison@lrlegal.co.uk or call for a confidential discussion on 02084642506 (office hours) or 07979952201 (out of office hours).

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The PQE identified on this advertisement is a guide only and does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.

LR Legal Recruitment is operating as an Employment Agency in respect of this vacancy.

*We require a lawyer who has gained the necessary experience for the position advertised. The PQE identified on this advertisement is a guide only and does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.