Foot Anstey LLP
Associate - Property Litigation
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Job Title: Property Litigation Associate
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We’re one of the UK’s most forward-thinking law firms, built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and ambition. Join us, and let’s shape the future together.
The role in 60 seconds
- Role: Associate
- Team: Property Litigation
- Location: Hybrid working from Southampton, Exeter or Bristol
- Working Pattern: Full-time
- Why this role matters: Joining us, you will be part of a future-focussed, ambitious team with our sights on being recognised as one of the leading regional Property Litigation teams in the UK.
What you’ll do
In this role, you’ll:
- Be involved in all aspects of property litigation, working with private clients as well as corporate clients and retailers, landowner developers, and property developers and investors
- Play an important part in growing and developing the Property Litigation team over time
- Handle your own caseload whilst knowing when and how to seek support and guidance on more challenging matters
- We will encourage you to actively engage with clients early on, supporting you to increase your confidence through high-quality supervision, and promoting further independence over time
What we’re looking for
We’re seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment, and:
- Expertise across a range of contentious property matters, you will be experienced in disputes concerning development land (including telecoms) and property contracts as well as landlord and tenant matters such as dilapidations, break notices, forfeiture and breach of lease covenants
- You might already be seeking a positive and proactive environment where you can realise your own entrepreneurial potential by building new client relationships whilst nurturing existing ones
- You'll be personally motivated to continue developing your skills with clients, seeking to understand the wider context of their business interests and gaining confidence over time in order to provide relevant advice at the right moment.
- You’ll share our passion for innovation, collaboration, and achieving great things together.
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Join a seriously ambitious firm
At Foot Anstey, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here’s what makes us stand out:
- An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark.
- A client base that spans household names, thriving startups, and ambitious enterprises.
- A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human, entrepreneurial, inclusive and collaborative.
- A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.
- Comprehensive professional development and training – whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals.
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Progressive benefits tailored to you
We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing, including:
- Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
- Employee sabbaticals.
- Enhanced parental leave policies.
- Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., mental health support, gym memberships).
- An open, flexible working environment.
For a full list of our competitive benefits package, please click here.
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