Our Client a top 100 Law Firm based in modern offices in Southampton. This is the Leasehold Enfranchisement team who provide expert legal services to clients navigating complex leasehold matters, including lease extensions, collective enfranchisement, and right to manage claims. With extensive experience in leasehold reform law, the team guides clients through intricate legal processes, anticipating potential challenges to ensure smooth and efficient outcomes.
They work with a diverse range of clients, including private leaseholders, residentsā associations, and groups of tenants seeking to extend their leases or collectively purchase their buildingās freehold. The also advise landlords, institutional lenders, and property investors, offering strategic guidance to national and regional housebuilders, developers, landowners, and charities. The team provides tailored legal support to help clients understand their rights and obligations, ensuring compliance with leasehold legislation and achieving the best possible outcomes.
Core duties will include:
As a Paralegal in the Leasehold Enfranchisement team, you will play a key role in supporting a wide range of matters, including lease extensions, collective enfranchisement, and right to manage claims. Your responsibilities will include:
- Client onboarding and file opening
- Reviewing leases and preparing legal documents
- Drafting Land Registry forms and handling requisitions
- Assisting with freehold project management
- Serving notices on multiple leaseholders
- Supporting completions and liaising with clients, landlords, and third parties to ensure a smooth process
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your legal expertise in a specialist area of property law while working within a friendly and highly skilled team.
Ideal candidate must have the following: Perhaps you are an experienced Paralegal who has worked in a Residential Property team within a law firm and are looking for a new challenge. You should have an understanding of property transactions, excellent client service skills, and a naturally organised and efficient approach to your work.