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Property Litigation Solicitor

London
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Property Litigation Solicitor

Property Litigation Solicitor (NQ–4 PQE) – London

The Role

A highly regarded, modern commercial law firm is seeking a Property Litigation Solicitor (NQ–4 PQE) to join its London-based disputes practice, working closely with a senior partner.

The role offers the opportunity to develop under a market-recognised property litigation specialist with over 30 years’ experience handling substantial and complex commercial property disputes. Known for a decisive, commercially focused approach, the partner acts for a broad client base including:

  • FTSE-listed property companies
  • Major property funds
  • Entrepreneurial developers
  • Local authorities
  • SMEs
  • Private individuals

The Work

You will work directly with the partner and wider team on a varied and high-quality caseload:

  • Dilapidations claims
  • Forfeiture matters
  • Estate agents' commission disputes
  • Property joint venture and development disputes
  • Shareholder disputes linked to property interests
  • Overage and clawback claims
  • Professional negligence claims in a property context
  • Insolvency-related property disputes
  • Recovery of rent and service charge arrears

The work includes exposure to high-value, strategically important disputes, offering early responsibility and valuable litigation experience. Larger cases are well resourced with associate support. This opportunity provides:

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  • Exceptional experience in case strategy, evidence, and trial preparation
  • Seamless integration into a broader, well-established property litigation group
  • A supportive and structured environment shaping career growth

The firm offers rigorous assistance through:

  • A structured academy providing training, development, and networking opportunities
  • Collaborative spaces to learn, socialise, and network effectively

The Candidate

The ideal candidate for this opportunity:

  • Is a newly qualified solicitor up to 4 years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) in property litigation
  • Has a strong technical grounding with a pragmatic, commercial approach
  • Is keen to learn from a senior solicitor advocate with extensive disputes experience
  • Demonstrates a confident ability to take on responsibilities commensurate with their experience
  • Is collaborative, proactive, and motivated toward building a long-term career in property litigation

Business Culture & Benefits

This is a very sociable firm, with a strong junior community offering:

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  • Monthly firm-funded networking and social events
  • Regular large-scale events at well-known London venues
  • Over 100 junior lawyers across the firm, making it a genuinely collegiate environment

While embedded within the partner’s practice structure, employees gain full access to the firm’s:

  • Social platforms
  • Training initiatives
  • Collegiate opportunities

Key Working Features:

  • Flat, collegiate structure with no internal politics
  • Senior leadership across experienced lawyers drawn from both top commercial firms and senior in-house roles
  • Modern technology and flexible working practices, enabling:
    • Freedom to work from the London office, home, client sites, or remotely
  • Cuts crystallized around ** quality, value, and sustainable career development**

Applications are welcomed in strictest confidence. Further details are available upon request.

For further inquiries, feel free to reach out:

  • Alice Winter (Retained Consultant)

Contact Information:

  • Direct Dial: 020 3918 1665
  • Mobile: 0794 405 5476
  • Email: alice.winter@williamjamesrecruitment.com
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Skills

Property Litigation
Commercial Approach
Technical Grounding
Dispute Resolution
Case Strategy
Trial Preparation
Collaborative
Proactive
Motivated
Networking
Social Events
Legal Research
Client Interaction
Teamwork
Problem Solving
Evidence Handling

Location

London, England, United Kingdom

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